Train and pub number 19 rest, party and chat.

[The crowned one]

This is where we rest between trains :)


A gentle reminder that the pub falls under the rules of the forum and they must be followed here too. That means that posts specific to a certain forum still need to be posted within those forums, given that we do have a bit of leeway here... So don't forget about the "Get it off your Chest" thread and Reading Exchange forum :)

Here is a thread for all your wonderful creations that are not tarot related :) (http://www.tarotforum.net/showthread.php?t=143653&page=2&highlight=creating)


Don't forget about the library in that nook over there, there's a sauna and spa/pool downstairs, and private rooms in the mezzanine :D


LONG RULES:
ITINERARY: From the sign up list of riders, we will generate a random order of Stations. This itinerary will determine the order in which you will post your decks to trade. But you can CHOOSE at any time. This itinerary will be posted at the top of the thread along with a record all of the completed trades...

SPEED OF THE TRAIN: We spend 24 hours maximum at each station (i.e. person listing decks) before moving on to the next station. If/when someone picks a deck, the next person/station can list as fast as they want. So you have to stay on your toes and in theory we could go through the whole train in an afternoon.

OFFERING DECKS: You may list as many as you like, but but will only trade one. Everyone who trades a deck will get to choose a deck. Any type of deck is suitable: Majors-only, Pip decks, Oracles, Sets, along with full 78 card decks are welcome. You may change your decks as often and as fast as you like while the train is at your station. And remember, offering a better selection encourages every station to offer a better selection themselves to insure they'll place a deck. It's a win/win!

SELECTING A DECK: You can choose your deck at any time from any rider, but once you have chosen you may not choose again. If you choose a deck you must trade a deck to close your deal. This is a chance to expand our horizons for the cost of post.

NO TAKERS?: Feel free to tweak your offerings during the allotted hours of your station. If no one chooses any of your decks within the alotted hrs the train moves on to the next person/station below you on the itinerary. You will have a chance to list new trades later as when the list reaches the bottom it will go through a second time, starting at the top with the first person who has not had a deck picked from his list.

KEEPING IT FRESH / KEEPING IT NEW: Remember: the quality of each offering dictates the quality of every other trade... The train is only as snazzy as we make it. In order to keep the landscape surprising and to insure the train moves at a reasonable speed, please board the train ready to shake up your offerings. If there are no takers within the first 6 hours, consider changing your offerings. We encourage everyone to list at least 2 decks that are not repeats from the previous train. If a deck has not found a home on the previous train(s), its likely that people already own it or don't care to. If you list an offering identical to the previous train, and a trade is not made, we will move on after 12 hrs.

UNCOMPLETED TRADES: What If someone picks a deck, but the person that listed their choice fails to choose a deck for themselves? Unfortunately then the person that picked that deck would lose that deck. This sure will add some butterfly style excitement. At this point that person that lost their first choice would have a opportunity to re-choose in the second go-a-round.

FINISHING YOUR RIDE: After you have listed, traded away a deck, and accepted a deck you are off the train, but feel free to participate in the chatter. After you finish a trade please leave your decks posted for at least another 24 hrs so all those aboard can browse what they missed...

END OF THE LINE: No decks will be sent until all trades in the chain are complete or the train finishes two laps. This insures no one will be left out and also gives train members something to look forward to/worry about in the days ahead.

TALK: In-game chatter is highly encouraged!

YOU CAN'T LOSE!: You only give a deck if you get one. If after the second round you have not managed a trade you are off of the train, nothing lost or gained, unless you accepted a deck, you would lose that, And that train member would re-list.

JOINING THE TRAIN: You can sign up starting now. Also, anyone may join the Train at any time before the train reaches the THIRD TO LAST person of the FIRST ROUND. Then the train closes: no more tickets.

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The internal workings for those who care: The itinerary of offerings will be randomized blindly. I've asked another rider to send me a mixed list of numbers equal to the number of people on the train.

Even more boring internal workings: With just 20 riders we have 1 048 576 combination's of deck combination's in all at just one deck. With a average of 3 or 4 decks being listed each the number is huge. To be in matched pairs takes it to 190 opportunities. SO with just 20 players we have collectively 190 opportunities to make a trade, imagine the numbers as we add cars to this train

Here is a thread for all your wonderful creations that are not tarot related :) (http://www.tarotforum.net/showthread.php?t=143653&page=2&highlight=creating)

http://mthruf.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/job-fails-life-is-full-of-traps.jpg

[Wendywu]

Ah - cosy new pub!

[NorthernTigress]

Hehehe

"Look out, it's an Internet!" *Snap*

[emmsma]

Tee hee. Always love the opening pic.

[Rhinemaiden]

Tee hee. Always love the opening pic.

but (pun intended :D ) did you see the closing pic for the last pub?

[emmsma]

Ha! Yes. Funniness!

[NorthernTigress]

Well, Hubby comes home today. Guess I ought to clean up a bit, hide the chocolate, and wash the dishes.

[Rhinemaiden]

Well, Hubby comes home today. Guess I ought to clean up a bit, hide the chocolate, and wash the dishes.

NT, let's revised that: clean up a bit, EAT the chocolate (wipe chocolate off face), wash the dishes.

[NorthernTigress]

NT, let's revised that: clean up a bit, EAT the chocolate (wipe chocolate off face), wash the dishes.

It took me nearly a week to eat ONE bag of chocolate. Even I'd get sick trying to eat the other EIGHT. :D })

[emmsma]

I hear small shipping boxes, bound for the US, are good hiding places for chocolate. :)

[Rhinemaiden]

It took me nearly a week to eat ONE bag of chocolate. Even I'd get sick trying to eat the other EIGHT. :D })

Oh, right... you've got those great dollar bags of chocolate/peppermint kisses, right? Tell you what... *I* will store them for you... just as a favor, you understand. :D

[Rhinemaiden]

I hear small shipping boxes, bound for the US, are good hiding places for chocolate. :)


Want my snail mail addy??? :D

[NorthernTigress]

Nice Try girls!

I've hidden all the chocolate kisses. Now I need somewhere to hide the gummies. They can't be hidden too well, because these ones can get stale.

[PathWalker]

Ah, how about some psycological (spelt wrong i think) thinking here?

How about you SHARE the Gummies? Makes you look wonderful, whilst all the time the precious chocloate stash is safe?
Gold star for you, no guilt, win-win :)

[NorthernTigress]

Giggle. Good One.

I guess I need to get ready for work.

[jcwirish]

Morning everyone. I feel like I haven't been around at all. How is everyone?

[PathWalker]

Hello hello, how are you?
I am about to have to wander in the kitchen and do something about our evening meal. I choose a new recipe, so I'd better show willing :)
I'll be back...

[kaleanna]

I took lil one to "school" and then had to get gas, and now need to do some straightening of the house before I go to work.

[jcwirish]

Hello hello, how are you?
I am about to have to wander in the kitchen and do something about our evening meal. I choose a new recipe, so I'd better show willing :)
I'll be back...

Hi PW!! I've missed you guys.

Now, I have to run off and head out to the store, lol! Geez, I'm a dope. I'll see you guys this evening. :D

[emmsma]

So many days home, I'd forgotten it is a weekday. :P

No wonder everyone has things going on. (Not that we all sit here all day on weekends.) well, i do, but ya know. :P

[kaleanna]

So many days home, I'd forgotten it is a weekday. :P

No wonder everyone has things going on. (Not that we all sit here all day on weekends.) well, i do, but ya know. :P
(((((emmsma))))

loved the pics of your tarot shelves :) wish mine were so organized, LOL

[emmsma]

Thanks K. I know where things are, more or less, and can recognize most decks by their bags, but its not as neat and tidy as some of the other collections posted.

So, workday for you today?

[Rhinemaiden]

Interesting article here... be sure to check the accompanying slide show...
a modern day Thoreau...

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/10/garden/10texas.html

[kaleanna]

Thanks K. I know where things are, more or less, and can recognize most decks by their bags, but its not as neat and tidy as some of the other collections posted.

So, workday for you today?


yep it is work day for me. won't have day off til monday. But it is a job that I like going to so makes it more enjoyable that way :). I work 4-10pm every day til monday, then off on monday and then work tues and off on wed and then work 4-10 thurs and friday.

[yirabeth]

Hi all, just checking in from kinda-work...not much happening but working on the project which is being a pain in my backside...LOL

At least it's teaching me I really DO hate programming huh?! LOL

[Jesii]

Oh, we moved pubs! How are we all?

[Rhinemaiden]

great, Jess... now are you??? what happened with the cute guy at the laundry? did he reappear?

[Jesii]

Hiya Rhinemaiden :) I'm all good, just doing somne uni reading and munching toast :) nah, he didn't :) he was so so cute though, definitley brightened up my evening at the time :laugh:

[kaleanna]

I got most of the couch near my puter cleaned off and NO dragon deck still :( Thought maybe it was mixed in with all the stuff but it wasnt.

[emmsma]

Bummer, K! Those are the naughtiest cards ever!

[kaleanna]

Bummer, K! Those are the naughtiest cards ever!


Yes they are emmsma. Don't know why they want to stay hidden. But might just have to save up the money to get a replacement deck and then if they decide to show up I can save the replacement one for a train or something.

[emmsma]

Sounds like a wise move.

Maybe they want company! :D

[kaleanna]

Sounds like a wise move.

Maybe they want company! :D

LOL emmsma.

[PathWalker]

I didn't realise how I was tempting fate earlier this year, when I grandly said "I won't buy anything that isn't on my wish-list"

My list isn't all that long, maybe 25 decks, or which a dozen at least are completely unobtainable, and are there coz I do want them, even if I can't have them LOL

But the rest just keep popping up! I'm going to be broker than broke at this rate! I may have to stop looking for a while :)

[Jesii]

Hello! *waves* I'm doing research right now, so only half here!
Hi Mum xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

[emmsma]

Mail has arrived!

My decks from Coyote - Afro-Brazilian and Pirates Tarot.
Package from Tarobear's - Spanish Tarot, Tarot of the Old Path and Tarocchi di Alan. :)

Oh where will they live!

[kaleanna]

Mail has arrived!

My decks from Coyote - Afro-Brazilian and Pirates Tarot.
Package from Tarobear's - Spanish Tarot, Tarot of the Old Path and Tarocchi di Alan. :)

Oh where will they live!


Yay for packages. Mail here was meh........


Please let me know what the tarot of the old path is like.

[PathWalker]

Anyone who watches live bear cam

http://www.bear.org/livecams/lily-hope-cam.html

right now the camera, the mother bear and the one year old cub have been outside, whilst the new cubs sleep in the den

[emmsma]

So far I'm really liking the cardstock on the Old Path. I find it a bit funny that the LWB is titled A Handbook of Female Wisdom, yet its written by Howard Rodway. Guess he's really in touch with his feminine side. :P

Its really kinda white, but I like them. Matte finish. I don't know why I held out so long. Kinda chemically smell to them, but not horrible. It will fade.

The Tarocchi de Alan is really lovely. Its on heavy-ish cardstock. Nice lamination. Smooth, but with a texture to it. They feel special.

[cardlady22]

*drags bleary-eyed, choking, allergy-laden self to a corner*

No, please . . . don't get me a chair. My rear end has been sitting in the car for 8.5 hours already.

OMG There is a beginning callous/blister thing under the first joints of the fingers on my right hand! Guess I gripped the wheel quite a bit during the torrential downpour all morning!

[BlueDragonfly]

Oh, new pub.......nice.

Thanks for the link. I forgot all about Lily and Hope's Den Cam, I couldn't watch for awhile. They're all sleeping right now.

I've basically got tomorrow off, just one client that I'm taking shopping, doing mine at the same time.

[emmsma]

Hey you! I'm here, sorta. Looking and shuffling my new decks.

Its a lovely day. Sorry about your allergies. What kind of meds are you on? Or did you say you couldn't take them?

They've done the world for me. My energy levels have shot up since my meds came in. Not a wheeze in over a week!

[BlueDragonfly]

Hey you! I'm here, sorta. Looking and shuffling my new decks.

Its a lovely day. Sorry about your allergies. What kind of meds are you on? Or did you say you couldn't take them?

They've done the world for me. My energy levels have shot up since my meds came in. Not a wheeze in over a week!
It's not me that has allergies......who does?
I get some unexpected sinus drainage sometimes that catches me off guard and chokes me, though.

So, are the washer and dryer all broken in? I'd love to have a set, but there's just no room. The space set up for them in this trailer, was turned into a kitchen pantry closet.

[BlueDragonfly]

Oh I forgot to add.....your body was probably tired from fighting to breathe and the lack of oxygen, it's good to hear that the meds are working so well!

[cardlady22]

Ours is a generic rhinitis and post nasal drip. Too many things to even attempt to catalog. Basically, if it has a smell, we might wish we were dead because of it. :laugh:

As a child, I had to take antihistamines every day to get through school. I was a mouth-breathing zombie. I won't do that to my kids. Hubby, son & I take it as it comes. DD gets frantic which creates a vicious circle: choke, cry, vomit, repeat. Main thing we use for her is a vaporizer at night with the Vicks in the little tray.

None of us like nasal sprays or anything like that. Feels like we are about to get drowned. :P

[yirabeth]

Hey all :) Home from interning...gosh I'm exhausted. Not that it's physically tasking, just that I haven't gotten enough sleep lately LOL Cold too -- because I'm tired. Nice in the summer, at least there's SOME advantage to being so tired...ROFL

How's things? Cardlady, I'm sorry you're feeling so crap :( (((Cardlady & Family)))

[emmsma]

I understand about mouth breathing. I'm a life long mouth breather, even though I'm breathing better. Its so dry here that my nasal passages would be dry even if I wasn't taking antihistamines.

Its WARM here. It was in the 60's today. All the windows are open. :D

[cardlady22]

Just got a call from hubby! :party:

I know I'm very tired and loopy from stress, but I'm crying with silly joy. He did get a bonus and raise this time. Nothing huge, but enough to let him know it all hasn't gone unnoticed or in vain.

[BlueDragonfly]

Ah, that's who it is! (((cardlady & family)))

Oh, Oh! Yay for hubby's raise! That's really great!

[yirabeth]

YAY for Hubby!! :party:

I wish it were 60 here....hehe

[BlueDragonfly]

Its WARM here. It was in the 60's today. All the windows are open. :D
It'll be awhile before we can say that around here. :( I am noticing some signs that spring will eventually get here, though. The finches are hitting the bird feeders harder, the buds on the early leafing trees are starting swell.....we will see spring yet again! :D

[BlueDragonfly]

Has anyone tried the Philly Cream Cheese Cooking Cremes?

Our local grocery store has them on sale for $1.50 and there's a coupon for $1.00 off, so I'm trying the Italian Cheese and Herb on some little shells, tonight.

[yirabeth]

Ohh..I've not tried them but it SOUNDS delicious...too bad I'm already home and in pajamas and robe LOL

[cardlady22]

I vaguely recall pajamas . . . }) :P

[BlueDragonfly]

Ohh..I've not tried them but it SOUNDS delicious...too bad I'm already home and in pajamas and robe LOL
:laugh: That's one of the first things I do when I get home, too. My home uniform is a nightgown with a ratty stretched out sweatshirt over it! Or if I really feel like I need to be dressed, stretch pants with the sweatshirt. :D

[Stormdancer]

:laugh: That's one of the first things I do when I get home, too. DITTO !!! Turtle neck, sweatshirt, and 2 pairs of long johns...the FIRST thing I attend to :D

Hiya~~~~

How is it possible that I have a high post count when I thought I was being SO quiet????

[BlueDragonfly]

DITTO !!! Turtle neck, sweatshirt, and 2 pairs of long johns...the FIRST thing I attend to :D

Hiya~~~~

How is it possible that I have a high post count when I thought I was being SO quiet????
Can you imagine if you were in a talkative mood? :laugh:

[emmsma]

Yep. At home, its tank, tshirt and sweats or sweatpants - depending on the season. sweaters and thermal shirts layered on as needed...

[The crowned one]

For me it is as little as possible, WITHOUT turning the heat on. :)

[yirabeth]

I wubs my jammies...LOL The robe is just cuz I'm cold tonight hehe. Otherwise, yep, if I'm home and in my jammies, it's cuz I'm not expecting company, and I don't have to go out, and I'm just being COMFY...LOL

Off to find something for dinner :) Back soon!

[BlueDragonfly]

For me it is as little as possible, WITHOUT turning the heat on. :)
So, what's your secret? I've been freezing all winter, and we keep the heat set on 68.

[Stormdancer]

Can you imagine if you were in a talkative mood? :laugh:I know, right? How is everyone? I've not caught up and may not bother. More MAJOR stuff with DD. I feel like I'm a hamster on a never-ending wheel....and I HATE exercise...LOL

[cardlady22]

(((Stormy))) and household!

[BlueDragonfly]

Poor (((DD)))

I am so glad I was a teenager in the early 70's, so much less pressure!

[Stormdancer]

For me it is as little as possible, WITHOUT turning the heat on. :)
~~~HOT BLOODED~~~ ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDnXll1zyNA)

[The crowned one]

So, what's your secret? I've been freezing all winter, and we keep the heat set on 68.


Not sure, I just do not get that cold..well my face does but that is all!

Ale, Rum?? LOL

[Stormdancer]

Ale, Rum?? LOL
Thanks...I'll take both....

***scurries off full fisted *** :party:

[BlueDragonfly]

Not sure, I just do not get that cold..well my face does but that is all!

Ale, Rum?? LOL
*adds Ale and Rum to grocery list*

[Stormdancer]

*adds Ale and Rum to grocery list*

OOOH....add some bacon and some clams please?

[linnie]

hello all... T-shirts have sufficed here of late... until nighttime, when happily it cools down... although, Autumn is in the air... yeehah, and the weather is becoming more temperate...

Another new train, huh... It can't be just you clocking up the posts, Stormy!!! :)

[Stormdancer]

It can't be just you clocking up the posts, Stormy!!! :)
(((Linnie))) ***POUNCE ( http://diznoidtoys.biz/collectibles/SetLetter-F.jpg)*** I never see you.....

[BlueDragonfly]

OOOH....add some bacon and some clams please?
Bacon I can do, but not so much the clams. There isn't a good fresh seafood market within about 50 miles.

[BlueDragonfly]

hello all... T-shirts have sufficed here of late... until nighttime, when happily it cools down... although, Autumn is in the air... yeehah, and the weather is becoming more temperate...

Another new train, huh... It can't be just you clocking up the posts, Stormy!!! :)
Hi linnie! That's the home wardrobe here in the summertime!

[Stormdancer]

Bacon I can do, but not so much the clams. There isn't a good fresh seafood market within about 50 miles.um...TCO??? Got clams???

[linnie]

Hi linnie! That's the home wardrobe here in the summertime!
Hello BD... yes... it's a familiar, comfy wardrobe!!!! Winter here can demand woolen cardies and uggh boots, because even though we're designated subtropical we still get a dozen or so frosts each year... It gets so cold over there in the NH... almost unimaginable to we SH folk!!!

[BlueDragonfly]

Yes, but the trade-off for the sub-zero winter nights, is the fact that we hardly ever have daytime highs over 95 F.

I don't do well in the extreme heat, so I guess it all kind of balances out. :D

[Stormdancer]

Yes, but the trade-off for the sub-zero winter nights, is the fact that we hardly ever have daytime highs over 95 F.

I don't do well in the extreme heat, so I guess it all kind of balances out. :DY'all don't get above 95???? What's the dew point?

***contemplates a move ****

[The crowned one]

um...TCO??? Got clams???


Yes all sea food.

I trade home made bread, and my eggs for halibut, and salmon.

Shrimp crab, oysters, urchin, clams...lots and easy to get.

[Stormdancer]

Yes all sea food.

I trade home made bread, and my eggs for halibut, and salmon.

Shrimp crab, oysters, urchin, clams...lots and easy to get.
Rum...Ale...Seafood....NOW i remember why Jo & I were taking over the teepee...LOL

[Stormdancer]

***contemplates a move ****
Never mind....I'm moving into TCO's teepee....

[Stormdancer]

(((Linnie))) ***POUNCE ( http://diznoidtoys.biz/collectibles/SetLetter-F.jpg)*** I never see you.....I think I squished her....:(

[BlueDragonfly]

Y'all don't get above 95???? What's the dew point?

***contemplates a move ****
It can get plenty steamy, for up here, but the thing is that we don't have city buildings that hold in the heat, so it cools down better at night, too.

[BlueDragonfly]

Never mind....I'm moving into TCO's teepee....
Wait....wait for me! I want to come, too......

*grabs dufflebag out of closet*

[emmsma]

Ugh. My allergies have suddenly hit me and hard.

Sinus headache, post nasal drip.

How can you be runny and feel plugged at the same time?

Waah!

[Stormdancer]

Ugh. My allergies have suddenly hit me and hard.

Sinus headache, post nasal drip.

How can you be runny and feel plugged at the same time?

Waah!
(((( Emmsma))))....are the new meds not working? 'Tis kinda the season, no?

[BlueDragonfly]

Ugh. My allergies have suddenly hit me and hard.

Sinus headache, post nasal drip.

How can you be runny and feel plugged at the same time?

Waah!
It sounds like you've got some inflammation going on. What antihistimine do you take? An anti-inflammatory?

[emmsma]

I take Singulair, and 2 claratin daily. I've cut back from 5 since I've got the Singulair agian. ALso have Advair for my asthma and albuterol.

Recently stopped the Prednisone - tapered off - self medicated with that one.

I take benadryl on top of these when it gets bad.

I'm allergic to dogs, ferrets, rabbits etc, so my allergies are at the limit most of the time. When spring hits and the pollens start flying, I go into overload and the year round meds are never enough.

I got that long acting steroid injection last year. Works for about 6-8 weeks.

[BlueDragonfly]

Are you going to be able to get the shot again this year? They were already talking about allergens on the news tonight, so it might be a bad year.

[emmsma]

I get a pollen alert email sent to me daily, when the pollen count is over 4.0.

Its already up to 8.
12 is top by this scale.

Pretty neat cause it tells you what the allergens are that are out. YOu can track what affects you most, or if you know what you are allergic to, you will know the day before, what your day will be like.

I feel it when it gets about 5.

[emmsma]

Oh, as far as getting the shot. No insurance. COnsidering ordering a bottle from work and then having my boss poke me when needed. :P

One other gal, who is as allergic to life as me, already does this.

Only problem is when its busy, you forget to ask someone to do it for you.

[BlueDragonfly]

Couldn't you self-administer? Where does it have to go, IM or Sub-Q?

[Shalyn]

I used to give myself allergy shots - it's not that bad. In the leg.

unfortunately, down here they won't let me. Need to go to the doctor for them.

[emmsma]

IM, generally goes in the butt-cheek. Hard to do on your own. S'pose its possible. Dunno that I could. :P

Woosie of me, but I don't know that I could jab myself with a needle.

[BlueDragonfly]

If it's IM couldn't you inject into your thigh muscle?

[BlueDragonfly]

I used to give myself allergy shots - it's not that bad. In the leg.

unfortunately, down here they won't let me. Need to go to the doctor for them.
State law? I used to give my hubby his shots in Ohio.

[cardlady22]

lalalallalalalalallalalallalalalallala
I cringe every time I watch MIL and her mother do their insulin. But when I get a shot, I have to watch or I jump.

[BlueDragonfly]

Sorry cardlady! We can get into some interesting conversations on here.

[cardlady22]

I don't know why that (of all medical stuff) makes me weird. I can look at pics of all sorts of nasty diseases and wounds, love to watch surgery documentaries, etc. Maybe it's that they are people I love- right in front of me. And a touch of worry that I may have to be the "poker" for hubby or kids someday.

[emmsma]

Sorry CardLady! Yes, thigh is a possibility.

Must consider soon, as my windfall is just about spend.

Last major item to attend to, is upgrading the boy's computer.

[NorthernTigress]

Drive By Posting:

"I'm gonna go pick up Hubby from the Bus Station!!!!"

[BlueDragonfly]

Drive By Posting:

"I'm gonna go pick up Hubby from the Bus Station!!!!"

Welcome Home, NT's Hubby! :D

[emmsma]

Hooray for hubby's return!

[Shalyn]

Drive By Posting:

"I'm gonna go pick up Hubby from the Bus Station!!!!"



Are you sure a bus station's the best place to pick up a husband? I'm thinking an airport might be better...

[cardlady22]

If he has surprises, then the place doesn't matter . . .

[emmsma]

Why not a bus station? I've found 2 in bookstores and the present one, in a bar. })

[BlueDragonfly]

Why not a bus station? I've found 2 in bookstores and the present one, in a bar. })
One....in a bar. That is All.

[emmsma]

One....in a bar. That is All.

Hey! Are you mocking me? :P

He is a keeper, anyway.

[BlueDragonfly]

Hey! Are you mocking me? :P

He is a keeper, anyway.
Oh, no no no! ;)

Mocking myself, really!

[Shalyn]

Ahhh, picking up men at bars. The memories.

*Thinks fondly back*

[emmsma]

Ah. Wasn't sure if you were saying you found one there too, or not. :)

Feeling spinny. off to bed. Well, going to stretch out and peruse decks.

No night shufflling. Too loud. :(

Hubby apologized. Asked why I didn't play with cards during the day. When I explained I was trying to not be anti-social and sequester myself away on my days off, he had nothing to say.

Guess that was agreement. He DOESN'T like me hold up in my room.

Later gators.
(or is it snot otter, now.)

[BlueDragonfly]

G'Night emmsma, sleep well! :)

[BlueDragonfly]

I'm headed off to bed, too. Have a fab 1/3 everyone! :)

[zan_chan]

I keep missing everyone the last few days. Oh well. Hope you're all well :)

[jcwirish]

Hey Zan, I'm here for a bit if you're still around. I've missed everyone the whole week. I feel completely out of the loop. Are you still here?

[zan_chan]

Hi Jo :) I've just gotten on the train, so I'm here for a little bit. How's everything been going?

[kaleanna]

hello to whomever is here.


I got home just abit ago but had to do some stuff. So now I get to be on the puter til I start dozing,LOL

[NorthernTigress]

We're home!

We were both hungry, so we stopped in to a restaurant on the way home.

Hubby left home with two pieces of luggage... he came back with three. :D

[jcwirish]

Hey Zan, Kale and NT!

I've just been running around like mad since I've been back in CA, and I am missing the pub very much.

Had sushi with a friend yesterday, but am sad because it looks like our favorite sushi place is not doing so well. It's kind of a bummer. Oh, I also bought a pair for clogs and I'm wondering if my days of being even slightly fashionable are completely gone. I don't know why, but I just had to have these clogs!!

[jcwirish]

Hey NT, glad the hubby is back home!! Does he have extra luggage because he bought you a ton of presents? :D

[NorthernTigress]

Hey NT, glad the hubby is back home!! Does he have extra luggage because he bought you a ton of presents? :D

He bought a ton of stuff, only some of which was presents.

[jcwirish]

He bought a ton of stuff, only some of which was presents.

Well, any presents are good in my book. :D Yay for pressies!!! What did you get?

Hey, Kirk has his next interview tomorrow morning at 9 AM!!! GO KIRK!!! :) :) :)

[NorthernTigress]

Well, Hubby and I know each other so what I got is perfect for me, but anyone looking would say "THAT'S a present for you wife?"

I got a pair of slippers, a set of boot cleats (so I don't have to keep stealing his) and a chocolate bar. There was supposed to be a travel-pillow for both of us to use, but it seems to have gone MIA.

[jcwirish]

Well, Hubby and I know each other so what I got is perfect for me, but anyone looking would say "THAT'S a present for you wife?"

I got a pair of slippers, a set of boot cleats (so I don't have to keep stealing his) and a chocolate bar. There was supposed to be a travel-pillow for both of us to use, but it seems to have gone MIA.

Well, chocolate goes with everything, of course! :D

I'm glad he's back home with you again. I'm sure you're very happy. :)

[NorthernTigress]

Hubby just showed me the funniest video that he had taken with his iPhone. Of the family dog trying to eat a gummy bear. No matter how much he tried to chew on it, it was the same shape as when he started.

[Queen of Disks]

just want to say I got the Quantum from Coyoteblack. Thanks!

Its snowing, another snowstorm. Which means I will be shoveling the driveway tomorrow by myself. I just hope it won't be a foot of snow like the last time, it was too much for me but I was the only person home who could do it and it took me three hours. :(

[NorthernTigress]

I haven't heard anything from sientara since the train. I sent her my address, but I didn't get a response.

[zan_chan]

OMG. Serious earthquake!! All okay but scared to death :eek: shaking like a leaf, I and the ground!

[Queen of Disks]

Don't think I could handle earthquakes. :bugeyed: Glad everyone is ok.

On that note I am going to bed. Goodnight!

[NorthernTigress]

OMG. Serious earthquake!! All okay but scared to death :eek: shaking like a leaf, I and the ground!

You're getting a lot of that lately. Has someone woken up Go-Jira again?

[zan_chan]

Wow. Serious aftershocks. Never seen Tokyo like this. Everyone out on the street. Trains stopped. Everyone looking shocked and scared. Yikes.

[zan_chan]

Never like this before NT. Tokyo's strongest in many years.

[NorthernTigress]

Wow. Serious aftershocks. Never seen Tokyo like this. Everyone out on the street. Trains stopped. Everyone looking shocked and scared. Yikes.

You are not helping me get rid of my mental fantasy one bit.

GoJira! Run!

[The crowned one]

I was just going to check in and see if you were here Zan...that was a big one!

7.8-7.9!!! I was watching BBC, and it flashed the bulletin.

[Lutestring]

Hi Zan, glad you are ok. That must be so scary :eek:

and hello everyone

[NorthernTigress]

Stay Safe, Zan. ((hugs))

Ignore my wild imagination. It's incorrigible.

[Rhinemaiden]

Wow. Serious aftershocks. Never seen Tokyo like this. Everyone out on the street. Trains stopped. Everyone looking shocked and scared. Yikes.

Oh Zan... I'm so glad you're okay! I just woke up, turned on telly, and saw the news... you were my first thought! MEGA hugs!!!

[Rhinemaiden]

I'm watching CNN... saying the first quake was an 8.9...

[Wendywu]

Morning all - saw about your earthquake on the news - glad you're OK :)

Said the epicentre was about 250 miles away from Tokyo - that's close!

[Wendywu]

We're home!

We were both hungry, so we stopped in to a restaurant on the way home.

Hubby left home with two pieces of luggage... he came back with three. :D


Wonderful :D. I'm glad for you!

[NorthernTigress]

I'm so glad he's back.

Of course, within a day or two I'm sure I'll be back to being annoyed by him again. :D

[Wendywu]

I'm so glad he's back.

Of course, within a day or two I'm sure I'll be back to being annoyed by him again. :D


Yeah but that's OK - the missing him shows what you really feel. And he brought chocolate - what more can a man offer???

[NorthernTigress]

Yeah but that's OK - the missing him shows what you really feel. And he brought chocolate - what more can a man offer???

He did more than bring back chocolate. He brought back photos of deer. :D :D

I just can't show you yet because they aren't downloaded.

[Jesii]

Morning *waves and sips coffee* How are we all?

[NorthernTigress]

Hi Jesii.

I'm back to having a husband in the house, and I have my Short Day at work tomorrow. So all is well with the universe.

[Wendywu]

Happy it's Friday and glad I'm here. Blood sugar went rather low at bedtime last night - needed the old emergency glucose and stuff - we still can't figure out why! Insulin taken was just the right amount to cover the grams of carbohydrate eaten; didn't take more exercise than normal (which can skew things unless allowed for). Bloody odd!

[Jesii]

Hiya NT :) short day sounds good to me!! i have a friend over the weekend so I am trying to do lots of work today amd tomorrow!!

Hiya Wendy! Glad your okay!

[Wendywu]

Oh fun - company for the weekend sounds great :D

I have work, then the gym and then home today. Over the weekend it is my father in law's 87th birthday and also Shakira's 20th. Expensive weekend :bugeyed:

[Jesii]

Oh fun - company for the weekend sounds great :D

I have work, then the gym and then home today. Over the weekend it is my father in law's 87th birthday and also Shakira's 20th. Expensive weekend :bugeyed:
Yeah, should be amazing! I haven't seen him in over a year and a half, so it's been a long time coming! And I need to buy some food, don't think he'll live off coffee like me :laugh:

Yeah, but that should be a good weekend for you! Lots of making people happy :party:

[NorthernTigress]

I don't do this very often but.... It's Cute Overload Time!

http://cuteoverload.com/2011/03/10/has-anyone-seen-larry/#comments

[Jesii]

Just heard about the earthquake/tsunami in Japan, hope Zan_chan and Maki and all my other Japanese folks are okay! :(

[Rhinemaiden]

I don't do this very often but.... It's Cute Overload Time!

http://cuteoverload.com/2011/03/10/has-anyone-seen-larry/#comments


That was sweet! Thanks for sharing! Hubby's home, you're happy, he brought chocolate... (coals to Newcastle??? :D )

[Jesii]

I don't do this very often but.... It's Cute Overload Time!

http://cuteoverload.com/2011/03/10/has-anyone-seen-larry/#comments
Awwwww! I like the little half and half one on the end, all three colours :)

[NorthernTigress]

Okay, time for bed.

Happy 1/3rd all

(and for the record, Zan is okay, just a little bit shook up... pun intended)

[Jesii]

Okay, time for bed.

Happy 1/3rd all

(and for the record, Zan is okay, just a little bit shook up... pun intended)
Night NT - and thank you :) just checking :laugh:

And all my Japanese folks are okay (thank god for Facebook right now!)

[Lutestring]

goodnight NT, and hi Rhinemaiden and Jesii. I'm glad your friends are all ok Jesii. I was wondering where in Japan does Roppo live?

I've just been stuck on the phone for ages. The Oompaloompa rang, and bored me senseless for an hour or so. It's been rather peaceful lately, he didn't ring last week.

[Wendywu]

There - happily sat at my desk and breakfast is a huge bowl of salad with some quorn pieces and a chopped hard boiled egg. Nice big apple to follow. Lovely :)

[Wendywu]

goodnight NT, and hi Rhinemaiden and Jesii. I'm glad your friends are all ok Jesii. I was wondering where in Japan does Roppo live?

I've just been stuck on the phone for ages. The Oompaloompa rang, and bored me senseless for an hour or so. It's been rather peaceful lately, he didn't ring last week.


I'm not sure where roppo is :(


Not heard from the vampire for over a week now, not since her last attempt at pretending we hadn't spoken and discussed things ....

[Lutestring]

Hi Wendy, I thought you and the vampire had agreed not to talk anymore. I must have missed something.
Quorn is a mystery substance to me. I know it's a vegetarian meat substitute, but I didn't see it when i was in the UK fifteen years ago, and I'm wondering is it all flavoured to be psuedo meat, or can you get quorn that doesn't pretend to be meat?

[Jesii]

goodnight NT, and hi Rhinemaiden and Jesii. I'm glad your friends are all ok Jesii. I was wondering where in Japan does Roppo live?

I've just been stuck on the phone for ages. The Oompaloompa rang, and bored me senseless for an hour or so. It's been rather peaceful lately, he didn't ring last week.
So am I!!! They are pretty far from the center, so they're all okay! I don't know where in Japan he is, i'll go look!!!

It just says 'Japan' and he was online 20 hours ago. I'll PM and fingers crossed he'll be perfectly fine. If he opens it, even if he doesn't reply, we'll know he's okay :)

[Wendywu]

We did agree not to talk. She phoned once thinking I'd have forgotten all that - I hadn't. The following week she called round thinking I'd have forgotten - again, I hadn't. I haven't heard since .....

Quorn is wonderful. I am not veggie by choice, but simply because I can't digest meat. (Not that this stops me having the occasional Chinese takeaway and suffering for it). But Quorn is new in the last 15 years, I think, which explains why you didn't see it. It is a meat substitute but it has real texture and flavour. The only thing I hate is the sausages, so we totally gave up on them. They make several styles of sausage but my supermarket only stocks one sort, and naturally they're the ones I dislike. Everything else they do really works and can substitute successfully in recipes. Quorn has the virtue of being very low in calories and fat, and wonderfully low in carbohydrate. It's made out of myco-protein I think, not soya based.

Shakira has never eaten meat in her life but does eat quorn very happily, and so does James, who was a sworn meat-eater before he met her :D

[Jesii]

I'm not sure where roppo is :(


Not heard from the vampire for over a week now, not since her last attempt at pretending we hadn't spoken and discussed things ....
PM'd him.

Good for you, for sticking to what you said, and letting her know she can't walk all over you!!!!

[linnie]

OMG. Serious earthquake!! All okay but scared to death :eek: shaking like a leaf, I and the ground!
Thank goodness, Zan... I only just heard, and saw the footage, and hopped straight on here... I'm so glad you are ok... It's scarier than most, huh... terrifying, and they're discussing the nuclear reactors and everything. (((hug)))

[Jesii]

Thank goodness, Zan... I only just heard, and saw the footage, and hopped straight on here... I'm so glad you are ok... It's scarier than most, huh... terrifying, and they're discussing the nuclear reactors and everything. (((hug)))
Zan is currently stranded in a pub with Martin, according to Facebook :)

[Wendywu]

Zan is currently stranded in a pub with Martin, according to Facebook :)


Well I bet they're having a really hard time there then :rolleyes:


(((Zan))) :heart:

[Wendywu]

Here, James's band has been contacted by a promoter - who wants to promote them! The company has emailed and phoned. The band are talking it over and checking them out on the net to make sure they're legit. But they're doing better - they're headlining in a club on Saturday night :D.

[Jesii]

Here, James's band has been contacted by a promoter - who wants to promote them! The company has emailed and phoned. The band are talking it over and checking them out on the net to make sure they're legit. But they're doing better - they're headlining in a club on Saturday night :D.
Thats great Wendy! Onwards and upwards!!!!

[Rhinemaiden]

Zan is currently stranded in a pub with Martin, according to Facebook :)

Leave it to Zan to find a real pub to ride out the aftershocks... ;) thanks for the update, Jess! I'm watchins MSNBC ... some of the footage (ships on their sides in the harbor) is incredible.

I live in a hurricane zone and have been through more than I want to count, but with a hurricane we have advance warning, we can track them across the Atlantic... there are no warnings with earthquakes, no advance prep. That's the scary factor... they hit without warning. Years ago I was in London after having gone through a then recent major hurricane and aftermath, in a shop I ran into a woman from San Francisco who had gone through a then recent major earthquake... after we recounted our disaster stories, I looked at her and said "do you need a hug?" She sighed and replied "oh yes!" There in a shop in London, two strangers from different parts of the world hugged and the world seemed a less frightening place. That's one of the blessing of this pub...it makes the world a less frightening place.

[Lutestring]

Poor Zan, stranded in a pub. I'm sure he can cope :) I hope Roppo is ok.

Great news about James' band, Wendy. I'm sorry but I actually laughed when you said the vampire rang you thinking that you would have forgotten, because that is so like the oompaloompa's way of thinking :bugeyed:

Hi linnie, I just saw on sbs news that they don't have leaks at the nuclear plant in Japan, I'm not sure if that is true of all the nuclear facilites there, I hope so.

[Jesii]

Leave it to Zan to find a real pub to ride out the aftershocks... ;) thanks for the update, Jess! I'm watchins MSNBC ... some of the footage (ships on their sides in the harbor) is incredible.

I live in a hurricane zone and have been through more than I want to count, but with a hurricane we have advance warning, we can track them across the Atlantic... there are no warnings with earthquakes, no advance prep. That's the scary factor... they hit without warning. Years ago I was in London after having gone through a then recent major hurricane and aftermath, in a shop I ran into a woman from San Francisco who had gone through a then recent major earthquake... after we recounted our disaster stories, I looked at her and said "do you need a hug?" She sighed and replied "oh yes!" There in a shop in London, two strangers from different parts of the world hugged and the world seemed a less frightening place. That's one of the blessing of this pub...it makes the world a less frightening place.
I think he needed to calm his nerves to be honest! :laugh: As long as he is okay, I honestly think a pub is a good place! But the gas is off there, and no trains and stuff.

Yeah, the BBC are using American footage. I only just watched it, and it took my breath away, so so awful. I just turned it off, can't watch it anymore. I've never been through anything like, so I don't know what it's even like, but your right about the pub.

Just keeping my fingers crossed for roppo, I wonder if Zan knows where he is?

[Rhinemaiden]

I think he needed to calm his nerves to be honest! :laugh: As long as he is okay, I honestly think a pub is a good place! But the gas is off there, and no trains and stuff.

Yeah, the BBC are using American footage. I only just watched it, and it took my breath away, so so awful. I just turned it off, can't watch it anymore. I've never been through anything like, so I don't know what it's even like, but your right about the pub.

Just keeping my fingers crossed for roppo, I wonder if Zan knows where he is?

Jess, if you ever do go through a natural disaster, you'll discover strength within you you didn't know you had... you will come out of it stronger and wiser and you'll realize you ARE wonder woman! :D

[Jesii]

Jess, if you ever do go through a natural disaster, you'll discover strength within you you didn't know you had... you will come out of it stronger and wiser and you'll realize you ARE wonder woman! :D
:) I guess it kind of changes your life? the fact your in such a dangerous postion?

Oh God, the warning seems to cover half the damn planet :(

[zan_chan]

Hey guys. Pretty horrific over here. Tokyo's okay, but the aftershocks keep coming. So glad Martin and I were at work at the same time. The video from up north is terrifying. Each aftershock sends us into a panic that it's going to get worse. I'm trying to keep cool, but fairly terrified, honestly...

I'm in a pub now waiting it all out because I'm stuck with no way to get home. At least it's a warm place with hot food. All the gas has been turned off so home must be cold. My apartment must be a wreck...

[Jesii]

Hey guys. Pretty horrific over here. Tokyo's okay, but the aftershocks keep coming. So glad Martin and I were at work at the same time. The video from up north is terrifying. Each aftershock sends us into a panic that it's going to get worse. I'm trying to keep cool, but fairly terrified, honestly...

I'm in a pub now waiting it all out because I'm stuck with no way to get home. At least it's a warm place with hot food. All the gas has been turned off so home must be cold. My apartment must be a wreck...
(((((((((Zan))))))))) at least your okay. <3

sending calming thought to you ((((hug))))

[linnie]

Poor Zan, stranded in a pub. I'm sure he can cope :) I hope Roppo is ok.

Great news about James' band, Wendy. I'm sorry but I actually laughed when you said the vampire rang you thinking that you would have forgotten, because that is so like the oompaloompa's way of thinking :bugeyed:

Hi linnie, I just saw on sbs news that they don't have leaks at the nuclear plant in Japan, I'm not sure if that is true of all the nuclear facilites there, I hope so.
Yes, I just saw that too... the PM was just saying that he had no reports declaring that there had been any leaks so he's hopeful... Fingers crossed for everyone... I'm glad Zan is in a pub. I don't drink, but if there was a huge quake, and I was stuck somewhere, a pub with a friend would be it! Thanks Jesii for updates.. Hello in there Lute :)

[Rhinemaiden]

:) I guess it kind of changes your life? the fact your in such a dangerous postion?

the fact that you SURVIVED it... that you endured, you found creative ways to deal with ordinary issues of life -- I lived for 3 months without power after a hurricane... life got VERY creative then -- and you've got a bunch of great war stories to tell! ;) you tell yourself later that if you can handle THAT, you can handle anything life throws at you. :D

[zan_chan]

Thanks Jes and all. Scariest day. Would love to chat more but must conserve iPhone battery. You wake up in the morning and expect a normal day. I was in class with the guru when it hit and he had an RWS on him. We pulled one card and got the tower. Go figure, eh?

[linnie]

Oh Zan, you're still online... That's good!!!!! Take care of you...

[Rhinemaiden]

Hey guys. Pretty horrific over here. Tokyo's okay, but the aftershocks keep coming. So glad Martin and I were at work at the same time. The video from up north is terrifying. Each aftershock sends us into a panic that it's going to get worse. I'm trying to keep cool, but fairly terrified, honestly...

I'm in a pub now waiting it all out because I'm stuck with no way to get home. At least it's a warm place with hot food. All the gas has been turned off so home must be cold. My apartment must be a wreck...

Zan, we're all here for you. Thanks for keeping in touch!

[Wendywu]

(((((Zan)))) - Hang in there my friend!!

[Jesii]

Thanks Jes and all. Scariest day. Would love to chat more but must conserve iPhone battery. You wake up in the morning and expect a normal day. I was in class with the guru when it hit and he had an RWS on him. We pulled one card and got the tower. Go figure, eh?
(((((BIG BIG HUGS))))) Go look after yourself, and keep us posted when you have more battery.

[Rhinemaiden]

:)

Oh God, the warning seems to cover half the damn planet :(

to go back to the pub chat a night ago....

"how long can YOU tread water?" :)

(call Noah, we need an ark! Stat!!)

[Jesii]

Roppo just read the message, he must be okay :) <huge smile of relife>

[zan_chan]

Roppo's very far south. I'm sure he's fine :)

[Rhinemaiden]

Roppo just read the message, he must be okay :) <huge smile of relife>

WHEW!!!!

[Jesii]

Roppo's very far south. I'm sure he's fine :)
I can't do Japanese geography! :laugh:

[Wendywu]

Roppo's very far south. I'm sure he's fine :)


That's wonderful news - thanks Zan :D

[Lutestring]

Thanks Jes and all. Scariest day. Would love to chat more but must conserve iPhone battery. You wake up in the morning and expect a normal day. I was in class with the guru when it hit and he had an RWS on him. We pulled one card and got the tower. Go figure, eh?
(((Zan))) I'm glad you are somewhere warm with food. What a tower moment that was :eek:

(((Roppo)))

[Jesii]

Just seen my housemate walk past in the shortest skirt imaginable. I'm not being silly, but I would only wear that on a night out! Not to lectures LOL

[Wendywu]

I'm constantly amazed at what I see the kids wearing to school! Nominally they all wear uniform, but the imagination of some of the girls is incredible :bugeyed:

Mind you, I think the same applies to some of the young mums taking their tiny kids to school! The workers all seem to dress fairly sensibly - I guess they have no choice.

[Jesii]

I'm constantly amazed at what I see the kids wearing to school! Nominally they all wear uniform, but the imagination of some of the girls is incredible :bugeyed:

Mind you, I think the same applies to some of the young mums taking their tiny kids to school! The workers all seem to dress fairly sensibly - I guess they have no choice.
I'm a jeans, trainers and large hoody kinda girl (at least, most of the time)!!!!

Off to lectures :)

[Wendywu]

That reminds me - himself owes me a brand new pair of jeans. I bought a pair that needed the button thing made slightly tighter and he put it sideways to do it later. Later never came and now they are far too big and have never even been worn. I'll pass them along to one of the charity shops in this road - I get some good stuff from them sometimes and I like to hand my clothes in (provided they're in good condition).

Don't suppose I'll extract new jeans from him though :D

[Wendywu]

I'm a jeans, trainers and large hoody kinda girl (at least, most of the time)!!!!

Off to lectures :)


Yep - I'm jeans, trainers and T-shirts.

See ya later :)

[Rhinemaiden]

Yep - I'm jeans, trainers and T-shirts.

See ya later :)

shorts, T-shirts and sandals for me...

you deserve new jeans! how's the cushion coming? BTW, I love your cozy tarot deck room... is that a working fireplace?

[Wendywu]

It could be if I had the chimney swept but really the room is so small and there is a radiator in there. Also, the sun pours in through the window - if anything, it gets a little too warm in there.

We decided on memory foam for the cushion, covered with a removable washable suede cover. The memory foam arrived yesterday and has been puffing itself up ever since - I had to buy a pillow as it was loads cheaper than buying just a piece of memory foam. Today is chopping it to a suitable shape and size, and hopefully getting the suede cut. Then the stitching is the fun bit over the weekend :)

[Rhinemaiden]

your room is charming... and the fireplace (whether it's used or not) is a delightful bonus feature...

memory foam... I can't figure out why it's so expensive, but there you are. You'll save what you don't use for the cushion for other purposes? what did you decide on the suede color??

[Wendywu]

I think it's going to be the dusky pink because it's pretty and I've been itching to use it :D

And yes, we'll save the leftover foam. I save everything like that because it comes in handy sooner or later!

[zan_chan]

Oh lord. Reports are saying Disney resort is flooded - anything but that! Priorities straight after all! Hope all my Disney friends are ok!

[Lutestring]

jeans and tshirts for me too :)

Dusky pink sounds lovely. I like your fireplace in the tarot room. I live in an old house, with several fireplaces, but only one of them gets used, in the depths of winter, in the sitting room. I have a gas heater there that I use for most of the winter, but I love open fires, so always have one on really cold evenings. The bedroom ones are too tiny to work well, and need constant attention, so I don't bother using them. I scavenge most of the wood from walks around my suburb during the year, and collect a couple of pinecones nearly every day. It doesn't get really cold here though, so I don't ever need a fire in the daytime. I miss Melbourne winters.

[Rhinemaiden]

Oh lord. Reports are saying Disney resort is flooded - anything but that! Priorities straight after all! Hope all my Disney friends are ok!

Zan, let us know when you find out more info...

[Rhinemaiden]

I miss Melbourne winters.

They are... warmer? colder? more opportunities to use fireplaces?

[emmsma]

Just woke up way too early.

(((Zan))) Hope your Disney friends are ok.

[linnie]

Are you able to get home yet? reports here say the bullet trains are open again, at least to safe areas... Yes... I hope your Disney friends are ok, .... and blessings to you (((Zan))).

[Wendywu]

Oh lord. Reports are saying Disney resort is flooded - anything but that! Priorities straight after all! Hope all my Disney friends are ok!


Oh crumbs! I saw that video that Le Fanu linked to - the tsunami looked terrible. Those poor people! I hope all your friends are OK Zan!!

[Lutestring]

They are... warmer? colder? more opportunities to use fireplaces?
Cooler winters in Melbourne, so more use for fireplaces, and just more lovely cold weather. I love winter, and misty mornings. I sometimes think i should just move somewhere that has proper cold winters, like England or Scotland, but I would miss Australia. I wouldn't miss the humid summers in Sydney though.

I hope your Disney friends are ok Zan. Are you very far from home?

[PathWalker]

Watching the news :(
8.9 is HUGE, thousands of times bigger than the New Zealand quake. The area and mangnitude of shake, and water dispalcement :(

ETA at least four nuclear reactors in that area of Japan :(

[linnie]

Watching the news :(
8.9 is HUGE, thousands of times bigger than the New Zealand quake. The area and mangnitude of shake, and water dispalcement :(

ETA at least four nuclear reactors in that area of Japan :(
As Lutestring, and the Japanese Govt have said, so far the reactors seem to be secure... Huge.... yes.... it is HUGE!!!!! I'm off for an early night, but can't imagine I'll sleep very well... Take care of yourselves, all.

[Lutestring]

Goodnight linnie. I should go to bed soon, as I'm getting up early for a bricabrac market tomorrow. It's the good one, where i found the lizard skins. I'll stay up a while yet though, as it's still too early for me to be sleepy yet. I'm a night owl.

Hi Pathwalker :)

[roppo]

hi guys. First thanks a lot for worrying about me. I'm all okay because my town is far south from the earthquake point. But I'm now very depressing mood, seeing so many people and their lives had gone. It will take a few days to tell the real degree of the catastroph.

[Wendywu]

Roppo :):):):):):):)

Thank goodness you're OK :)



Yes, I have seen video footage and it is terrible. But I am still relieved that you're OK :)

[PathWalker]

HI Lutestring :)

Roppo - so good to hear from you! I am glad for you that you are safe.
The pictures are so shocking, my thoughts are with everyone there; and those the wave has yet to reach :(

[Lutestring]

Roppo, I'm glad you are ok :) but it is indeed very sad and depressing :(

[Wendywu]

Roppo - do you know if Mellancholic is safe?

[BlueDragonfly]

((((Zan and Roppo)))) I'm so glad you're both okay. Stay that way, OK?
How awful, watching some of the footage. I'm one of those geography challenged people, I'll need to pull up a map and study it.

Good Morning everyone, I've got to go back and catch up some more.

[roppo]

Roppo - do you know if Mellancholic is safe?

Sorry to say, but I don't know Melancholic personally so can't say anything.

[Wendywu]

Thanks anyway roppo :)

Morning BD.

[Mellaenn]

I came straight here after reading the news about Tokyo and I'm so relieved to see posts from Zan and roppo. :heart: (((Zan))) (((roppo))) Prayers for everyone in Japan who has endured loss from this event. And prayers for comfort and strength for the uncomfortable and confusing days ahead; living in hurricane country has taught me the reality of post-disaster life. (If nothing else, it's damn inconvenient.)

Good morning to all of you! It's unseasonably cool here again today. I'm doing all right; off to Tai Chi this morning and then I'm booked to do reading's at Pearl's. This evening Joe is doing a 'Messages from Spirit" gallery there, so busy day at Pearl's.

[Rhinemaiden]

MSN news headline: State of Emergency at Japan Nuclear plants

cooling process after quake not going as planned.... :(

[Wendywu]

MSN news headline: State of Emergency at Japan Nuclear plants

cooling process after quake not going as planned.... :(


Oh sh*t!!

[PathWalker]

MSN news headline: State of Emergency at Japan Nuclear plants

cooling process after quake not going as planned.... :(
This is the greatest test they've ever faced- the differnce between computer simulations and the real thing.
That is where my prayers are.

[Rhinemaiden]

I came straight here after reading the news about Tokyo and I'm so relieved to see posts from Zan and roppo. :heart: (((Zan))) (((roppo))) Prayers for everyone in Japan who has endured loss from this event. And prayers for comfort and strength for the uncomfortable and confusing days ahead; living in hurricane country has taught me the reality of post-disaster life. (If nothing else, it's damn inconvenient.)

Good morning to all of you! It's unseasonably cool here again today. I'm doing all right; off to Tai Chi this morning and then I'm booked to do reading's at Pearl's. This evening Joe is doing a 'Messages from Spirit" gallery there, so busy day at Pearl's.

Hi Mel, I was nattering about living in a hurricane zone earlier this morning -- at least we can see them coming -- and about post disaster proving if you survive that you can survive anything! :) Happy day!

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MSN LINK:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/42025882/?GT1=43001

UK TELEGRAPH LINK: (similar story)

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/asia/japan/8376020/Japan-declares-state-of-emergency-at-nuclear-plant.html

[Mellaenn]

Hi Mel, I was nattering about living in a hurricane zone earlier this morning -- at least we can see them coming -- and about post disaster proving if you survive that you can survive anything! :) Happy day!

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MSN LINK:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/42025882/?GT1=43001
Yes, I saw your post and I agree about the aspect of the sudden disaster vs. being prepared, though when I am enduring a hurricane, I do often liken it in my head to that scene in "Titanic" where they all know the ship is going down and the music in the background is playing "Nearer My God To Thee" and some of them are just going to bed to meet their fate...it's slow and anguishing, listening and waiting for the hurricane to pull each tile off of your roof...

But enough about Florida hurricanes; the folks in Japan have are facing a real disaster now...

[BlueDragonfly]

I've been catching up on some of the news videos. My heart goes out to all who are involved in this disaster.

I've got a day of shopping ahead of me. Taking a client, and have lists from my other 2 clients and my brother of things to pick up for them.

[Rhinemaiden]

Mel, you're so right... the focus is on Japan right now...

(we'll talk hurricanes and the movie "Titanic" another time...;) )

[yirabeth]

G'morning...Just up and Jack off...thank goodness Zan and Roppo are safe! Need to catch up on news about it though. Just very grateful our friends are safe.

[BlueDragonfly]

G'Morning Yira. How're you this morning?

[yirabeth]

Still really tired which is pretty dumb...lol And worried about Japan now :(

[BlueDragonfly]

Yeah, I know. I've been watching some of the news videos online.

[emmsma]

Just been watching the footage. Pretty devastating. I'll be happy to hear that Zan was able to get home.

Scary stuff.

Now I must get ready for work. Thinking I need to increase my Claratin. Eyes are sticky icky and swollen. :(

[PathWalker]

From the BBC newsfeed

1237: Japanese authorities are urging some 2,000 residents living within a 2km radius of a nuclear plant in Fukushima to evacuate, the AFP reports. The plant has been shut down after its cooling system failed.

Dear Goddess, don't let this happen
)O(

[Rhinemaiden]

morning Blue, Yira, Emms!

Emms... I know you have allergy problems... do cucumber slices or cold tea bags help your eyes?

[yirabeth]

G'morning RM, PW, Emmsma. Emmsma sorry about your allergies :( It must be really difficult sometimes...

Really really worried about those people...grateful for Zan and Roppo of course but.... :(

[emmsma]

Never tried either. I've got Refresh Plus eye lubricant. Basically Single dose packages of saline to rinse my eyes. They do seem to help when I remember to use them.

I've got a routine for work days, but days off are more tricky. Might be ordering that long acting steroid today.

I'm ok self medicating with pills, but I'm more leery of injectables.

[Lutestring]

MSN news headline: State of Emergency at Japan Nuclear plants

cooling process after quake not going as planned.... :(
:bugeyed: :eek: now they are evacuating people nearby as a precaution

[Saturness]

Hello everyone!

I'm happy to see that our Japanese and Japan resident friends seem to be fine. What a horrible tragedy.

How is everyone? Long time no see, eh? :D

[emmsma]

That is a very frightening development. I hope it really is just precautionary and that things aren't already out of control. :(

Hey Marina!

[yirabeth]

Hey Marina :) Yes, lucky indeed, I guess Disney is flooded, so glad Zan wasn't working at the time...

[Rhinemaiden]

Never tried either. I've got Refresh Plus eye lubricant. Basically Single dose packages of saline to rinse my eyes. They do seem to help when I remember to use them.

I've got a routine for work days, but days off are more tricky. Might be ordering that long acting steroid today.

I'm ok self medicating with pills, but I'm more leery of injectables.

I don't have your allergy problems... but when my eye area is puffy, cool cucumber slices OR cold tea bags (I make a lot of sun tea in my fridge, before dumping the used tea bags I press them against my eyes... VERY soothing) feel good and reduce puffiness.

[Lutestring]

sorry, hello to Yira, Blue, Emmsma :). Emmsma, those allergies sound awful.

I'm about to go and have a bath, then maybe chamomile tea and sleep, but I just was checking the live updates on the Guardian website. I really shouldn't do that before going to sleep, as I will probably just lie awake worrying now :(

[BlueDragonfly]

Hello everyone!

I'm happy to see that our Japanese and Japan resident friends seem to be fine. What a horrible tragedy.

How is everyone? Long time no see, eh? :D
Long time no see, eh? No kidding! How are you (((Marina)))?

Yes, it is horrible in Japan. I keep clicking back to the news stories.

[Lutestring]

Hi Marina, I love your avvie :)

[BlueDragonfly]

sorry, hello to Yira, Blue, Emmsma :). Emmsma, those allergies sound awful.

I'm about to go and have a bath, then maybe chamomile tea and sleep, but I just was checking the live updates on the Guardian website. I really shouldn't do that before going to sleep, as I will probably just lie awake worrying now :(
I know what you mean about worrying, Lute. Try to keep your mind away from it and relax in that bath. I hope you'll sleep well.

[Saturness]

Hi Yira, Emmsma, Lutestring & BD!

I was so worried about Zan when I heard the news, but last time he posted on Facebook he was ok. Seeing Roppo post is also a great relief. I'll keep checking the news, it seems the situation is getting more and more dangerous.

My boss has a parents living in Hawaii and she's very worried. They are warning South America for possible tsunamis in Chile.

I missed you people! :love: I missed the train pubs and your company and friendship. Glad to be back!

[BlueDragonfly]

And we're glad to have you back!

A client has a relative in Beijing, China, and she's worried about his proximity to Japan and the aftershocks, tsunami, and danger in the region.

[Mellaenn]

I missed you people! :love: I missed the train pubs and your company and friendship. Glad to be back!
MARINA!!!!!!!!! :heart: :heart: :heart: So glad to see you, lovey! You have been missed. :)

Yes, we must send out blessings and love and light to everyone who is the path of danger.

[Saturness]

Thanks Mell and BD! :D :D :D

I wish Zan would update his status, so we will know if all is ok with him. But I suppose they are having problems with the mobile networks there. I'm following the BBC and hoping for the best!

How are you guys? Any special news?

[yirabeth]

Oh, blessings going out to your clients family Blue! Marina, last I heard Zan was conserving his batteries because he still couldn't get home, so we may not hear anything really soon... :(

[Mellaenn]

Ditto what Yira said about Zan conserving...



How are you guys? Any special news?
I have changed my status from "unemployed" to "starting my own business" which immediately sent me into a tailspin of self-induced terror...you should have seen the cards that came up in a self-reading (8 of swords, 9 of swords, 5 of cups!) So I am currently on a self-prescribed track of taking my sword-infested view down a path designed to turn it all around. (Meditation, positive self-talk, time to listen to Law of Attraction CD's, etc.)

[zan_chan]

Hey guys. Finally home. My room's a wreck. Just had another strong shake. I'm officially sick of this. Only time I've been homesick in nearly 6 years here. Today is the worst.

[Saturness]

Oh, blessings going out to your clients family Blue! Marina, last I heard Zan was conserving his batteries because he still couldn't get home, so we may not hear anything really soon... :(

That makes absolute sense! I'll keep my thoughts with him!


I have changed my status from "unemployed" to "starting my own business" which immediately sent me into a tailspin of self-induced terror...you should have seen the cards that came up in a self-reading (8 of swords, 9 of swords, 5 of cups!) So I am currently on a self-prescribed track of taking my sword-infested view down a path designed to turn it all around. (Meditation, positive self-talk, time to listen to Law of Attraction CD's, etc.)

Your readings seem the ones I got when I was trying to pass my driving exams. LOL! Our terror is usually mirrored in the cards we get.

Mell, what your new business about? I'm curious! :)

[BlueDragonfly]

Hey guys. Finally home. My room's a wreck. Just had another strong shake. I'm officially sick of this. Only time I've been homesick in nearly 6 years here. Today is the worst.
((((Zan)))) Glad to hear that you're home safe. Do you have power? Get that phone charged up if you do!

[zan_chan]

((((Zan)))) Glad to hear that you're home safe. Do you have power? Get that phone charged up if you do!

Yep, I have power, so the heat is on. but no gas, so no showers. Hope its back tomorrow. But if these aftershocks keep going, I doubt it will be...

[Rhinemaiden]

Hey guys. Finally home. My room's a wreck. Just had another strong shake. I'm officially sick of this. Only time I've been homesick in nearly 6 years here. Today is the worst.

Glad you made it home! Stay safe!

[Mellaenn]

Hey guys. Finally home. My room's a wreck. Just had another strong shake. I'm officially sick of this. Only time I've been homesick in nearly 6 years here. Today is the worst.
((((((Zan))))))))) I can't blame you in the least; so glad you are safe and so sorry for the horror and discomfort. Wish there were such a thing as a transporter beam; we'd beam you back to NY (or wherever you want to go!)

[emmsma]

So glad you are home safe, Zan!

[Saturness]

Hey guys. Finally home. My room's a wreck. Just had another strong shake. I'm officially sick of this. Only time I've been homesick in nearly 6 years here. Today is the worst.

ZAAAAAAN!!!! *hugs*

Come to Brazil - we are earthquake-free! :D
(And we love foreigners, lol!)

I was so worried when I heard the news this morning! Stay safe! I'm sorry about your room, I hope nothing os value for you was lost. But I'm more glad to know that you are ok, and home already.

[yirabeth]

(((((Zan!!))))) Glad you were able to make it home, and you have power. I hope things get smoother and easier to bear. Hang in there!

[Mellaenn]

Mell, what your new business about? I'm curious! :)
Well, there are really two businesses.... one is reading with tarot, crystals and numerology (The Divining Diva - makes mental note to self to go snag that domain as well).

The other is editing...haven't done much (anything) with that one yet.

[Mellaenn]

OK - got to go get ready for Tai Chi class...so good to talk to everyone. Hearts :heart: and (()) hugs, especially to Zan...

[BlueDragonfly]

Enjoy your Tai Chi class. I should hunt for some tai chi videos, I'd love to learn.

[Saturness]

Well, there are really two businesses.... one is reading with tarot, crystals and numerology (The Divining Diva - makes mental note to self to go snag that domain as well).

The other is editing...haven't done much (anything) with that one yet.

I liiike this name Mell! You should snag this domain ASAP!

Editing books? I do that too :) Though nowadays I work more with ebooks... I'm becoming quite good at it, I suppose someday I could work as a freelancer, when I have more experience. For now I need to perfect my skills in the area!

Or is it editing something else? I loved editing movies too, when I was in college!

[kaleanna]

Morning everyone,


((((((Zan)))))))((((((Roppo)))))) glad you all are ok and safe.


((((((((Marina))))))))) good to see you here hun, you have been missed!


Mell, congrats on the two businesses. I too like the divining diva name. Yes you should snag it asap!

[Rhinemaiden]

http://www.palmbeachpost.com/incoming/tsunami-waves-hit-hawaii-as-storm-sweeps-islands-1313169.html

live tv from Hawaii showing the tsunami...

[Saturness]

Hey Kaleanne! Good to see you!

I've been following the news on BBC:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-12307698

[kaleanna]

cute avvie there Marina:)

[Saturness]

cute avvie there Marina:)

Thank you!

TCO sent me this picture and I turned it into an avatar. :)

http://www.motifake.com/image/demotivational-poster/1009/here-is-an-owl-in-a-hat-owl-hat-argument-invalid-demotivational-poster-1284335141.jpg

He was really trying to make my argument invalid by the way. LOL!

[PathWalker]

Marina - good to see you :)
Zan, sending you such a lot of love and hugs there, can't really imagine what it feels like. You been able to tell your mum that you're fine?
Take care x

[Saturness]

Marina - good to see you :)

Good to see you too, PW! :heart:

[kaleanna]

Thank you!

TCO sent me this picture and I turned it into an avatar. :)

http://www.motifake.com/image/demotivational-poster/1009/here-is-an-owl-in-a-hat-owl-hat-argument-invalid-demotivational-poster-1284335141.jpg

He was really trying to make my argument invalid by the way. LOL!


*giggles* Cute owl picture and makes a lovely avvie :D

[zan_chan]

Sorry, I'm not ignoring you. I'm on the phone with my savagely concerned mother....

[cardlady22]

Hello, Marina!

Sending strength to zan & calm vibes to his mother. (is she telling you to come home?)

[jcwirish]

OMG, Zan I am so happy to see you here. I just woke up and saw the news and freaked out!! Are you alright? Phew... breathe Johanna, breathe....

[zan_chan]

Thanks guys. Thanks CL :) My mothers been saying that for years, so its nothing so new, really...

Hi Jo :) Thanks for thinking of me. I'm alright. Awful, awful day, and aftershocks still coming, but I'm okay...

[Rhinemaiden]

Sorry, I'm not ignoring you. I'm on the phone with my savagely concerned mother....

she must be relieved to talk to you! :D no gas = no shower? gas used to pump water or heat it? You can always take a cold shower! ;)

[Saturness]

Sorry, I'm not ignoring you. I'm on the phone with my savagely concerned mother....

It's no problem, your mother must be desperate! It's good that you are talking to her!

Hello, Marina!

Hi Cardlady! And JC! :party:

[cardlady22]

Morning everybody!

I'm going to try something a tad different today:
cran-grape juice mixed with 7 Up for some fizz ~ we call it bubbly and always imitate Dustin Hoffman in the scene from Hook.
"where's my bubbly? give me my bubbly."

[jcwirish]

Hi Marina, CL, RM and anyone else around this morning.

Zan, please be very careful and stay in safe places if you can. This is just so awful!

[Stormdancer]

A Fly Byeeeee post to (((ZAN))) & (((Roppo)))

Smoochies Marina :* ...come back and play tonight! I've MISSED you :)

Is the wave gonna affect TCO?

Crap...gotta go :(

[jcwirish]

Marina, your little owl is adorable!

[jcwirish]

Hi Storm!!! Bye Storm. Have a good day. :)

[Saturness]

cran-grape juice mixed with 7 Up for some fizz ~ we call it bubbly and always imitate Dustin Hoffman in the scene from Hook.
"where's my bubbly? give me my bubbly."

Wow, that's one recipe I had never heard of! Gotta try, though I'll need a replacement fro the 7 Up, we haven't had 7 Up in Brazil for nearly 15 years! :bugeyed:

Smoochies Marina :* ...come back and play tonight! I've MISSED you :)

Is the wave gonna affect TCO?

Hey Storm! I'll try to be here tonight! :D

As a matter of fact, the wave MAY reach the British Columbia soon... if it's not there already... though it may not be as strong as in Japan, Hawaii and the Philipines. Still....


I'll see if I can get in touch with TCO!


Marina, your little owl is adorable!

Thank you~~~

How much I wish it was actually my pet owl! :love:

[cardlady22]

Any lemon-lime type of soda will work. Do you have anything like ginger ale- maybe squeeze some citrus juice in it also?

[BlueDragonfly]

I rushed off to get a bath while the heat was on! All clean and lotioned up! :D

Glad to hear that your mom knows you're safe, Zan! Us moms worry about our sons, ya know.

[Saturness]

Any lemon-lime type of soda will work. Do you have anything like ginger ale- maybe squeeze some citrus juice in it also?

Yes, we have other kinds of lemon-lime soda :)
I'll try it when I'm home! :D


Now, off I go to have lunch! :*

Bye bye!

[jcwirish]

I rushed off to get a bath while the heat was on! All clean and lotioned up! :D

Glad to hear that your mom knows you're safe, Zan! Us moms worry about our sons, ya know.

Hey BD!! Good to see you.

[BlueDragonfly]

Hi Jo and Stormy if you're still around.

Jo, are you still catching up with all your friends? And I read that Kirk has anoather interview today....12 pm my time? Will send some good vibes for him! :D

[BlueDragonfly]

Yes, we have other kinds of lemon-lime soda :)
I'll try it when I'm home! :D


Now, off I go to have lunch! :*

Bye bye!
Hope to see you later, Marina! :*

[zan_chan]

F#ck. I thought we were done, but another big aftershock just now.

This is really getting old.

Pardon my french, but this is really grating on the nerves. If I were in a silent movies, I'd have fainted from the vapors by now...

[BlueDragonfly]

F#ck. I thought we were done, but another big aftershock just now.

This is really getting old.

Pardon my french, but this is really grating on the nerves. If I were in a silent movies, I'd have fainted from the vapors by now...
Nah, you're tougher than that, no vapors for you (((Zan)))! Hang in there!

[cardlady22]

(((zan))) This is "long haul" time, sweetie. Find relief for the nerves that still leaves you able to function if needed.

And charge every electronic device you've got.

ETA: I do believe I'm on the verge of succumbing to an iPod Touch. Might even be today.

[jcwirish]

Hi Jo and Stormy if you're still around.

Jo, are you still catching up with all your friends? And I read that Kirk has anoather interview today....12 pm my time? Will send some good vibes for him! :D

Yes, thanks, his interview is in about an hour and a half. Good vibes are much appreciated, as always. :)

I have been seeing many friends and trying to figure out what day we can get over to the coast to see the in laws. We're supposed to go to the movies with my dad this afternoon sometime. It's pretty busy around here.

[jcwirish]

F#ck. I thought we were done, but another big aftershock just now.

This is really getting old.

Pardon my french, but this is really grating on the nerves. If I were in a silent movies, I'd have fainted from the vapors by now...

LOL! Zan, even in a crisis you can make us laugh. I don't think those aftershocks are going to stop anytime soon. Try and think of it as an elaborate roller coaster, fun house affect that has been added to make life a bit more interesting. Does that help in any way?

[jcwirish]

(((zan))) This is "long haul" time, sweetie. Find relief for the nerves that still leaves you able to function if needed.

And charge every electronic device you've got.

ETA: I do believe I'm on the verge of succumbing to an iPod Touch. Might even be today.

DO IT!!!! }) })

[cardlady22]

It must be the 32 GB, right? The 8 would fill up much too fast . . .

[zan_chan]

LOL! Zan, even in a crisis you can make us laugh. I don't think those aftershocks are going to stop anytime soon. Try and think of it as an elaborate roller coaster, fun house affect that has been added to make life a bit more interesting. Does that help in any way?

Gah, I'd love to say it does, but today taught me not to joke about it anymore. In the past, we'd always have little earthquakes, and I'd joke that they were fun, and like free rollercoasters. But after today, I'm done with earthquake jokes. They're so not fun. They're horrifying in every sense of the word.

Damn. I hate being serious. But really! :P

[BlueDragonfly]

(((zan))) This is "long haul" time, sweetie. Find relief for the nerves that still leaves you able to function if needed.

And charge every electronic device you've got.

Good advice, CL! And pack up an evacuation bag, just in case you need to leave, Zan.....not trying to scare you.

ETA: I do believe I'm on the verge of succumbing to an iPod Touch. Might even be today.
I say Go for it! :D

[zan_chan]

I think I need the golden girls...

[jcwirish]

Gah, I'd love to say it does, but today taught me not to joke about it anymore. In the past, we'd always have little earthquakes, and I'd joke that they were fun, and like free rollercoasters. But after today, I'm done with earthquake jokes. They're so not fun. They're horrifying in every sense of the word.

Damn. I hate being serious. But really! :P

I know they are Zan, especially in your neck of the woods. It's going to be a difficult time for all of Japan for many weeks to come as well, so just remember that we are all here to listen and talk when you need us. (((Zan)))

[PathWalker]

Finding it really hard to "chat" but I am here, and thinking of you Zan, as well as everyone else caught up in this.

[zan_chan]

Thanks, guys. It's great knowing youre there to hear about it :)

[jcwirish]

Crap, my computer is acting very strange. I think I need to shut down for a bit. It won't update and i don't know what's going on.

I'll be back in a bit.

[zan_chan]

Damnit. There goes another one :(

[yirabeth]

Hang in there Zan! We're all here praying/sending blessings/energies for you...rant here if you need, it really DOES help :)

[Bat Chicken]

Whew! I just saw the news...
Glad to see that at the moment you are OK Zan! The images I am seeing and the stories I am hearing are scary!

[cardlady22]

Good to see you, Bat Chicken!

[PathWalker]

Hi Bat CHicken, good to see you.

[kaleanna]

Hang in there(((((((( Zan))))))))).



hiya Batty, how are ya

[Bat Chicken]

Hi cardlady and PathWalker! :)

I'm great Kaleana! Thanks!

[BlueDragonfly]

Hi Bat Chicken, good to see you! How are you doing?

We're all worried about Zan and, of course, everyone in Japan.

[zan_chan]

Hang in there Zan! We're all here praying/sending blessings/energies for you...rant here if you need, it really DOES help :)

Hey yira! I've been thinking about you ever since i updated to iOS4.3. Is that a weird connection? :P

[Bat Chicken]

Hi Bat Chicken, good to see you! How are you doing?

We're all worried about Zan and, of course, everyone in Japan.
I'm OK - Thanks BlueDragonfly! :)
It is so nice to see everybody here this morning...

I cannot imagine what Zan and the Japanese people are going through at the moment....

[zan_chan]

Hey Batty! Great to see you in here!

Thanks for thinking of us. Horrific day, but I can't even begin to imagine what it's been like for the people up north :(

[Rhinemaiden]

live stream from CA coast...

http://www.ksby.com/pages/ksby-live-stream/

[BlueDragonfly]

I know. Living in an area where tornadoes are really our only sudden disaster threats, I don't really know how I'd respond to something like an earthquake, a tsunami, a major disaster like that.

[NorthernTigress]

Good morning all

Good to hear that Zan has made it home, and has survived the only thing worse than an earthquake - a New York mother.

Today is my "short day" at work, and Hubby doesn't have to be back at work until Sunday.

[Wendywu]

Glad you got home safe and spoke with your mum Zan :)

Hi Bat - great to see you!!

[Bat Chicken]

Hi Wendy! :)

I have just been watching videos from Japan... terrifying.

[yirabeth]

Hey yira! I've been thinking about you ever since i updated to iOS4.3. Is that a weird connection? :P

Hehe, probably giggling inside about the crazy old lady who has issues with updating things..I like it the old way! I hate this! I hate addons! ROFL

Well I think you need a giggle right now so giggle away..LOL Except...iOS4.3??? WAAAAHHH I don't wanna update!!

[NorthernTigress]

Hubby is just now downloading his photos, so maybe soon I can link to some cute pictures of Urban Deer to balance out the awful pictures that the media are showing.

Balance is important, yes?

[Wendywu]

Hubby is just now downloading his photos, so maybe soon I can link to some cute pictures of Urban Deer to balance out the awful pictures that the media are showing.

Balance is important, yes?


Yes it is :). There is also love in the world :heart:

[kaleanna]

Hi All,

Getting ready to take lil one to daycare. be back in a bit

[Rhinemaiden]

Damnit. There goes another one :(

The rumbles will continue... and eventually abate... think of it as the earth's gastric distress ;)

[Queen of Disks]

Hello, just shoveled the driveway. Not as bad as I had thought. :)

(((zan))) and (((roppo))) I am so very sorry. I didn't know how bad it was when I signed off last night so I am sorry if my post seemed insensitive. :(

Hi Marina! :heart:

I gotta clean up, will be back.

[The crowned one]

Hey! The waves are just hitting now... the contrast between the Canadian news and American is quite something. American news is very dramatic as far as what they are saying will strike Oregon and California. Our news caster keeps telling us that that is not the case and all our "specialists" say it will be a smaller surge. They closed the schools one town up from me, as the school bus must go through a tsunami zone. The ocean is going out faster then it is coming in, it is like a very very fast tide change. boats are rocking a bit but really thats about it except that we are getting a cycle of very fast shifts in tide hight. Very low tide, then a few minutes latter a slightly above average high tide mark, so what would take hours happens in minutes, but no damage, I would hate to be on the water, strong currents right now.

Pretty tame here, Glad to see Zan is still A-ok!

Zan, where is Roppo located, a safe area, I hope!

[Saturness]

Hey folks, I'm back!

Hi QoD! :heart:


(((Zan))), if I had magical powers, I'd transport you and your room to a better, preferably NON-SHAKING place. LOL!

TCO, are you fine? How are the waves there?

[NorthernTigress]

Time for work!

See you all later. Stay safe everyone, wherever you are.

[Wendywu]

Roppo posted earlier TCO, to say he and Kenji are both in safe areas :)

[Saturness]

Bye NT!

Roppo posted earlier TCO, to say he and Kenji are both in safe areas :)

Hi Wendy! :D
How are you!

That's great to know! I hope they remain safe, as I think it's probably the middle of the night there!

[Wendywu]

I'm fine thanks Marina :)

It's really good to see you back in the pub, and I :heart: your owl :). I saw the full picture you posted earlier - it's just so incredibly cute!!

[Saturness]

I'm fine thanks Marina :)

It's really good to see you back in the pub, and I :heart: your owl :). I saw the full picture you posted earlier - it's just so incredibly cute!!

Thank you! I began to really miss the pub, then I knew it was time to come back and see my friends. Too bad I picked an earthquake/tsunami day... :bugeyed:

That owl is absolutely adorable. I want to believe that it's NOT a photo manipulation, and that they actually managed to put a crochet hat on the owl. The poor thing certainly seems to be asking itself "what the hell is this human doing, goddammit?"

I'm happy you guys liked it. It's a cheerful-cute avatar :)

[Wendywu]

Yeah - I post more some days than others. Actually it seems that some train pub threads I hardly post at all and then in others I babble like a mad fool :D:D

I think it depends on where my head's at - sometimes I can't think of anything to say at all ....

How's the job going these days?

[Jesii]

Back from lectures! How are we all?

[Wendywu]

Stuffed - quorn steak strips with stir fry veg in hoi sin and garlic sauce, with rice flavoured with soy. There will be melon and strawberries later.

At the moment, there is tea - in a huge mug :D

[Saturness]

Yeah - I post more some days than others. Actually it seems that some train pub threads I hardly post at all and then in others I babble like a mad fool :D:D

I think it depends on where my head's at - sometimes I can't think of anything to say at all ....

How's the job going these days?

Hahahahahah... I was actually very uninspired to post on the forum as a whole, but I missed you people. But sometimes I don't have anything to say either, lol!

The problem is that I talk even when I have nothing to say so nonsense ensues...

Job is... busy. Very busy.
But much better than before. At least now I do something important, I'm not just a waste of oxygen!

[Jesii]

Stuffed - quorn steak strips with stir fry veg in hoi sin and garlic sauce, with rice flavoured with soy. There will be melon and strawberries later.

At the moment, there is tea - in a huge mug :D
Sounds nice!

Hi Marina! Long time no see!

[Queen of Disks]

My dad was reading an article literally yesterday about how the moon is closer to the earth then it has been for a while and that we should expect to see more earthquakes and flooding.

Yeah, I think we got it. :(

[Jesii]

I know exactly where you coming from Queen of Disks, found it really hard to focus today, I just wanna be knowing whats going on!

Off to do some work, see ya all later!

[Saturness]

Hi Marina! Long time no see!

Heeeey, Jesii! :D :D :D


My dad was reading an article literally yesterday about how the moon is closer to the earth then it has been for a while and that we should expect to see more earthquakes and flooding.

Yeah, I think we got it. :(

Really? Wow.

I thought the Moon was getting more and more distant from earth... 3.82 cm/year. But perhaps the very nature of the orbits bring it closer sometimes?

The Moon is really a huge influence in our lives, isn't it?

[The crowned one]

My dad was reading an article literally yesterday about how the moon is closer to the earth then it has been for a while and that we should expect to see more earthquakes and flooding.

Yeah, I think we got it. :(

2 % closer and last time it was this close was 18 years ago, no effect beyond tides being about 2% stronger. I would just enjoy the slightly improved views of the moon, that is all. Actually one day we will lose the moon as it is slowly moving farther and farther from earth overall. ( about 3.5 cm a year)

EDIT as above, and thanks for your accuracy Marina LOL!

[cardlady22]

One of the articles I read before going to bed was saying that the scientific measurements show none to almost indistinguishable effects. They'll argue for all eternity.

http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/supermoon-japan-earthquake-tsunami/story?id=13097014&page=2

http://www.accuweather.com/blogs/astronomy/story/46417/extreme-super-full-moon-to-cause-chaos.asp

[Saturness]

2 % closer and last time it was this close was 18 years ago, no effect beyond tides being about 2% stronger. I would just enjoy the slightly improved views of the moon, that is all. Actually one day we will lose the moon as it is slowly moving farther and farther from earth overall. ( about 3.5 cm a year)

EDIT as above, and thanks for your accuracy Marina LOL!

I was justing going to call you Second Place Smart@$$, but you recognized it yourself. ;) Thanks, dear TCO. LOL!

:love:

I'm glad I won't be here anymore when we lose the moon, as I LOVE it!

[Jesii]

Heeeey, Jesii! :D :D :D




The Moon is really a huge influence in our lives, isn't it?
Hello! And just as a random side niugget of Info, I'm thinking of getting a moon tattoo on my wrist, was thinking new moon? with clouds? Kinda like this : http://crystalmoonlight.bravehost.com/bar.clouds.jpg

[zan_chan]

Nearly 4am, more than 12 hours later, and I'm still up and aftershocks keep coming. A little scared to go to sleep, but gotta try....

Gnite gang :)

[Jesii]

Nearly 4am, more than 12 hours later, and I'm still up and aftershocks keep coming. A little scared to go to sleep, but gotta try....

Gnite gang :)
Night Zan, and ((((hugs)))

[BlueDragonfly]

Nearly 4am, more than 12 hours later, and I'm still up and aftershocks keep coming. A little scared to go to sleep, but gotta try....

Gnite gang :)
G'Night, (((Zan))). I hope you're able to sleep some.

[Queen of Disks]

Nearly 4am, more than 12 hours later, and I'm still up and aftershocks keep coming. A little scared to go to sleep, but gotta try....

Gnite gang :)


I would'nt be sleeping either. :( Goodnight!

[Wendywu]

Hope you get some sleep Zan - stay safe :heart:

[Rhinemaiden]

Nearly 4am, more than 12 hours later, and I'm still up and aftershocks keep coming. A little scared to go to sleep, but gotta try....

Gnite gang :)

"Borrow" some of the TCO's rum stash and you'll sleep like a baby!

'night, 'night sweet prince...

[PathWalker]

Gooddnight Zan, me and my OH send you blessings

[Saturness]

Hello! And just as a random side niugget of Info, I'm thinking of getting a moon tattoo on my wrist, was thinking new moon? with clouds? Kinda like this : http://crystalmoonlight.bravehost.com/bar.clouds.jpg

Wow, I think this would make a great tattoo! Around your wrist.

Are you planning to have it colorful or B&W?

Nearly 4am, more than 12 hours later, and I'm still up and aftershocks keep coming. A little scared to go to sleep, but gotta try....

Gnite gang :)

Poor (((Zan)))! I'd be quacking in my shoes if I had to sleep in the middle of an earthquake! If you can't sleep we will be here! :heart:

[Jesii]

Wow, I think this would make a great tattoo! Around your wrist.

Are you planning to have it colorful or B&W?


I'm thinking black and white, just cause I like that better! But, maybe, the moon highlighted with yellow...?

[PathWalker]

Poor (((Zan)))! I'd be quacking in my shoes if I had to sleep in the middle of an earthquake! If you can't sleep we will be here! :heart:
I know this pun was probably unintended, but I hope Zan saw it and smiled

Quack, Quack!

I think you meant quaking?
I'd probably be doing both :)

[zan_chan]

I'm so tiiiired. Just had another 6.6 in central Japan, closer to Tokyo. Can someone please ask the earth to stop. I'm tired and scared and have had enough.

[Saturness]

I'm thinking black and white, just cause I like that better! But, maybe, the moon highlighted with yellow...?

I think B&W is better too. It'll make the clouds look better, just the outline. :)

Actually you'd have to ask a tattoo artist which color would show better on your skin. If a yello, or a white/silverish etc. But I agree that overall it should be B&W.

[Jesii]

I'm so tiiiired. Just had another 6.6 in central Japan, closer to Tokyo. Can someone please ask the earth to stop. I'm tired and scared and have had enough.
Oh god Zan ((((hugs)))) There is nothing I can do but hope it stops. Thinking of you :heart:

[Jesii]

I think B&W is better too. It'll make the clouds look better, just the outline. :)

Actually you'd have to ask a tattoo artist which color would show better on your skin. If a yello, or a white/silverish etc. But I agree that overall it should be B&W.
Yeah, I'd be happier with balck and White, I wanna focus on the shape! But the moon should have some emphasis! Also been wandering about one on the other wrist too, but gonna give that one more thought, taken me ages to be sure about this one :laugh:

[Queen of Disks]

I have to go to work. Bye everybody.


((((zan)))) Just hang on Zan, it WILL be ok. Somehow. Wish I could transport you to snowy Ohio.

[Mellaenn]

I'm so tiiiired. Just had another 6.6 in central Japan, closer to Tokyo. Can someone please ask the earth to stop. I'm tired and scared and have had enough.
Oh, Zan, I really do feel for you. I am taking this literally and I am not trying to be funny; I'm going to light some candles and pull out some crystals and ask Mother Earth for just exactly that; to please stop. I can only imagine how terrifying this is...

[Jesii]

Bye QoD.

Mell, you mind if I join you? No candles allowed in Uni halls... but I will do what I can...

[Mellaenn]

Bye QoD.

Mell, you mind if I join you? No candles allowed in Uni halls... but I will do what I can...
Please - everyone join that feels moved to do so.

Mother Earth, we love you and we are so grateful to you for your blessings...
Please be a gentle mother now...

Comfort and strength for all of your beautiful children...

I, one small being, am also the I that is All. I send Reiki energy to Japan, a place from whence we first learned of its power... we will hold this reiki energy for Japan; I intend to do this as long as I need to do so...

[Jesii]

Please - everyone join that feels moved to do so.

Mother Earth, we love you and we are so grateful to you for your blessings...
Please be a gentle mother now...

Comfort and strength for all of your beautiful children...

I, one small being, am also the I that is All. I send Reiki energy to Japan, a place from whence we first learned of its power... we will hold this reiki energy for Japan; I intend to do this as long as I need to do so...
Thanks Mell, I was struggling for words.

[Saturness]

I know this pun was probably unintended, but I hope Zan saw it and smiled

Quack, Quack!

I think you meant quaking?
I'd probably be doing both :)


Hahahaha, it was a silly typo, but honestly I think I'd be quacking like a small and scared duckling! LOL! :joke:

I hope my bad english made Zan smile too! Now he has something to show his students! "You see, it's never bad enough than it can't get worse...

[Wendywu]

I had one tatt done without any edging - no black lines around it. Takes a good tatt artist, but it meant I ended up with the actual image I wanted - the fur fades out like fur and isn't bordered at all. Your clouds would look better if the tatt artist can manage them without guide lines :)

[Wendywu]

Please - everyone join that feels moved to do so.

Mother Earth, we love you and we are so grateful to you for your blessings...
Please be a gentle mother now...

Comfort and strength for all of your beautiful children...

I, one small being, am also the I that is All. I send Reiki energy to Japan, a place from whence we first learned of its power... we will hold this reiki energy for Japan; I intend to do this as long as I need to do so...


Joining in .....

[PathWalker]

Nice bath Wendy?
X

[Wendywu]

Had the bath - didn't get the phone call.....

Typical - she can't even keep to an agreed time to make a phone call!! If she phones now, I'm unavailable....

[PathWalker]

I'm sorry to be laughing, but from this distance that's actually funny in an ironic way.

Still watching the news updates :(

[emmsma]

Just checking in on my lunch.

((Zan)) Adding my thoughts and prayers to the others, that things will settle down for you very soon.

[Wendywu]

I'm sorry to be laughing, but from this distance that's actually funny in an ironic way.

Still watching the news updates :(


I know it is :D. Utter vindication!

We are watching them too.

Does anyone else feel like himself and I do, that Mother Earth is kinda saying "Enough's enough - time for a little respect from you guys - stop treating this planet like a garbage heap" - and flexing her muscles at us?

[PathWalker]

Well, I think it's certain that the planet will continue, whatever we do - but WE may not continue, depending on what we do.

The future may be impossible to imagine, but I hope the little blue-green planet will still support life of some kind.

[Wendywu]

Oh yes - Mother Earth will outlive us, but I think she's angry with us and our continued lack of respect at the moment.

[Mellaenn]

Does anyone else feel like himself and I do, that Mother Earth is kinda saying "Enough's enough - time for a little respect from you guys - stop treating this planet like a garbage heap" - and flexing her muscles at us?
Yes, I do. We must feel like annoying fleas to her at times.

[Lutestring]

I know it is :D. Utter vindication!

We are watching them too.

Does anyone else feel like himself and I do, that Mother Earth is kinda saying "Enough's enough - time for a little respect from you guys - stop treating this planet like a garbage heap" - and flexing her muscles at us?
I feel like that about the earth too :(

Good morning (evening for you), I'm just drinking a coffee while putting on my boots, about to go out to the bricabrac market.
I didn't sleep much last night, the bats in the gingko tree were keeping me awake. The tree is fruiting at the moment, and the bats come every evening for a feast, then in the morning there are lots of stinky fruit on the ground. I try to pick up the ones that fall on the footpath, but usually I don't manage to before people have walked on them.

[Wendywu]

Yes, but it's only people like us who can hear it! Everyone needs to, for it to do any good. The others will look for answers anywhere except their hearts. We need to nurture this earth, not ravage it.

[Wendywu]

Morning Lute :). I envy you the bric-a-brac market - it sounds wonderful fun!

I don't envy you the smelly fruit... I don't think I've ever seen a ginko tree. Is that ginko biloba, and is it the one that is supposed to help with memory problems?

[Mellaenn]

Oh yes - Mother Earth will outlive us, but I think she's angry with us and our continued lack of respect at the moment.
I wonder, sometimes, if it's not so much anger as it is a natural course of events. I mean, when I step on a fire-ant ant hill here in Florida, those little bites are fiery hot and I could interpret that as the ants being angry rather than just a naturally occurring event.

[Wendywu]

I dunno Mell - Mother Earth as Gaia - a being - is as real to me as you are. Maybe what happens seems natural because that is how she works - through nature. But for me, this is Gaia. It's felt like this sort of thing has been increasing over the last ten to fifteen years - natural disasters of many sorts. Gaia is my Mother, and she is hurting and this is how she expresses it - for me, anyway.

[Lutestring]

Morning Lute :). I envy you the bric-a-brac market - it sounds wonderful fun!

I don't envy you the smelly fruit... I don't think I've ever seen a ginko tree. Is that ginko biloba, and is it the one that is supposed to help with memory problems?
that's the one, and for anyone who doesn't know, the fruit smell like vomit :)
The early morning dog walkers have usually gone past and trodden on them on the footpath before I pick them up, but i do try. One year a lovely chinese man knocked on the door and asked if he could collect the ones in my garden, for his mother to use. I said go for it, and he gave me a bag of oranges a few days later to say thankyou. He hasn't come back since though. I gave some nuts (I cleaned them first) to a Japanese woman in my pottery class a few years ago, but now I just save some, and grow little trees and try to give them away to people. They make lovely bonsai(spelling?).

[The crowned one]

I see the earth as a vessel. The life on it is reactive but can not respond, it has no inteligence, but it is able to react to change( by its very nature it must)... Eco systems react to our changes and when you combine all the life and eco systems on earth together, they do the best they can, or die out. Stoichiometry and balance is in the character of the earth and the planet can only go against it for so long before there will be dire consequences to life, whither us or that life around us. :(

[Wendywu]

I had no idea they smelled like that! Must be a particularly attractive smell to fruit bats though ......

But poor you, having to go out and grovel in the vomit smell every day :bugeyed:

[kaleanna]

bye ALL,have a good day/evening.Going to work now.


be back after 10

[Lutestring]

It's not so bad, the smell gets on your hands though, so i wear disposable gloves. It's worth it to have the tree, they are one of the most beautiful trees i know. I :heart: my gingko :)

Got to go, bye

[Wendywu]

Bye guys :)

Me too - himself looks like he's getting restive and needs some company!

[Mellaenn]

I dunno Mell - Mother Earth as Gaia - a being - is as real to me as you are. Maybe what happens seems natural because that is how she works - through nature. But for me, this is Gaia. It's felt like this sort of thing has been increasing over the last ten to fifteen years - natural disasters of many sorts. Gaia is my Mother, and she is hurting and this is how she expresses it - for me, anyway.
Yes, I have come to know her as a sentient being, too - although I do think part of how she expresses her being is her complex and wondrous web of eco-systems and all the intricate things that interact globally, like the Gulfstream, for example, or the pull of the moon's gravity on the ocean, and so on...

I just think that for her, it's nothing personal towards humans, but her tolerance has been reached and she also must do what she can to survive. So I guess all I'm saying is, I don't see her as being angry so much as being...well, herself. Gaia.

[Mellaenn]

Bye guys :)

Me too - himself looks like he's getting restive and needs some company!
Good night, Wendy!

[PathWalker]

Goodnight Wendy.
I'm drinking de-caff beans, and watching the news feed to find out how the reactor issue is going. Will be here another hour or so I guess.

[Jesii]

Just popping in to say Hi! It's pre-drinks for a night I'm not going to, but someone had a beautiful Gallo bottle of wine, so I lent her wine glasses, and I'm on my third glasses! fun mix of remembering being at home, and at uni at the same time!

Hi Mum! Off to talk to cute guy :P

[PathWalker]

Enjoy my lovely :)

[Jesii]

Cute guy convinced me to go out! Have a great night everyone!

[yirabeth]

Aww Zan...breaks my heart to see you scared...((((((((ZAN)))))))) I wish we could 'port you right outta there and bring you to safety! I don't blame your mom for being upset and afraid for you...I am too..we all are...

I'm joining my energies with everyone else to Mother Earth to relax and be calm. Mell, a beautiful prayer you wrote, I shall use it too if that's okay?

[Shalyn]

I'm just glad Zan is not hurt.

[Stormdancer]

I'm so tiiiired. Just had another 6.6 in central Japan, closer to Tokyo. Can someone please ask the earth to stop. I'm tired and scared and have had enough.I felt this with you Zan....I started crying at work. I've been so worried about you. Is there anyone there with you? Are you hanging in there?

((((((((ZAN))))))))))

[Stormdancer]

Has anyone Skyped with him? Is his computer/internet working, or is he posting from his phone? I've not caught up since I just got home...

OH...eh...HI ~~~~~

[BlueDragonfly]

He was at home, has power, but the gas is/was turned off. It appears it's finally quieted down enough for him to get some sleep.

[Stormdancer]

He was at home, has power, but the gas is/was turned off. It appears it's finally quieted down enough for him to get some sleep.I saw that he made it home and had power...then I had to work. What I felt was with his last post :( Does he have water? I wasn't clear on the shower thing. I mean, I get it ..... who wants a cold shower?...but does he HAVE water?

I'm glad he's quiet....means he's sleeping.

SO...how are YOU??? I am SO glad this week is over. Today, I was able to breathe at work, and I got a lawyer to look into Eldest in Exile's situation. Sounds like I will NOT have to fly him back...I know HE is disappointed, but my concern is that he stay ALIVE...:D

OH...that reminds me...I need to email Dex...

[morticia monroe]

Zan,

Darlin I've been at work but want you to know that you are in my thoughts and have been all day. I am hoping that you are finally resting, I can only imagine the fright that you've had, and the nervousness and apprehension that you and everyone in Japan will continue to have for some time to come.

I'll be working the next few days and unable to check in much, but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

[BlueDragonfly]

I'm not really sure, I think he's got water, just not hot water.

I'm doing pretty good. I had some shopping to do at Walmart for clients and myself this afternoon. Work a full day tomorrow and then have Sunday off.

Well, that's good news about EE not having to return. And Yay for the weekend being here for you!

[Stormdancer]

Zan,

Darlin I've been at work but want you to know that you are in my thoughts and have been all day. I am hoping that you are finally resting, I can only imagine the fright that you've had, and the nervousness and apprehension that you and everyone in Japan will continue to have for some time to come.

I'll be working the next few days and unable to check in much, but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
'Ello Beautiful Woman....how's tricks? I've not checked the thread...how is Frankie enjoying southern USA???

[Stormdancer]

I'm not really sure, I think he's got water, just not hot water.

I'm doing pretty good. I had some shopping to do at Walmart for clients and myself this afternoon. Work a full day tomorrow and then have Sunday off. Good that he has water...

I did read how you were gonna be able to do your own shopping...Love it when life works that way...:D

When do you start tomorrow? I kinda go through mini-withdrawals when you aren't around in the mornings...LOL

[BlueDragonfly]

Good that he has water...

I did read how you were gonna be able to do your own shopping...Love it when life works that way...:D

When do you start tomorrow? I kinda go through mini-withdrawals when you aren't around in the mornings...LOL
I'll be leaving at about 7:30am, my time....before you're up and around on a Saturday morning! :) I'll be home about 6 pm.

[Stormdancer]

I'll be leaving at about 7:30am, my time....before you're up and around on a Saturday morning! :) I'll be home about 6 pm.OK...I'll stash some chocolate for the symptoms...LOL

You have a pm....ETA...you WILL have a pm...as soon as I make it....LOL

[BlueDragonfly]

OK...I'll stash some chocolate for the symptoms...LOL

You have a pm....ETA...you WILL have a pm...as soon as I make it....LOL
:laugh: I see that! :laugh:

[Stormdancer]

OK...I'll stash some chocolate for the symptoms...LOL

You have a pm....ETA...you WILL have a pm...as soon as I make it....LOLLOL...'cause I'm refreshing over and over again...not noticing that we have a new page... ***sigh***

[Lutestring]

Hello honeys, I'm home from the bricabrac market.
I hope Zan is managing to get some sleep. (((Zan)))

[emmsma]

Just home. One heck of a day. I'm BEAT!

I haven't caught up. How is the zan man? Any new news?

Got a Giant Rider Waite today. Its big! And Beautiful! :D

[Saturness]

Hi again!

I finally had my shower and was able to settle. Whew!

Any news? Specially on His Zan-chan-ness?

How is everyone? :D

[BlueDragonfly]

LOL...'cause I'm refreshing over and over again...not noticing that we have a new page... ***sigh***
Deep breath, honey! ;)

[Stormdancer]

I wonder, sometimes, if it's not so much anger as it is a natural course of events. I mean, when I step on a fire-ant ant hill here in Florida, those little bites are fiery hot and I could interpret that as the ants being angry rather than just a naturally occurring event.

I dunno Mell - Mother Earth as Gaia - a being - is as real to me as you are. Maybe what happens seems natural because that is how she works - through nature. But for me, this is Gaia. It's felt like this sort of thing has been increasing over the last ten to fifteen years - natural disasters of many sorts. Gaia is my Mother, and she is hurting and this is how she expresses it - for me, anyway.

WOW....deep DooDoo....:)

I agree with Mel....Earth is a PLANET...subject to the geological STUFF that happens with planets...growing pains....

I agree with Wendy...GAIA is a force..and NOT happy....

I'm gonna struggle to say my piece, and then I'm not touching it....

Gaia is a "Spiritual" force in my life. I "connect" with Her THROUGH the planet Earth. I take off my shoes and wiggle my toes in Her blades of grass... :)
I sit under a tree in the Autumnal season and giggle when the leaves fall on me....:)

This is how I connect, but the EARTH is a planet....IT is NOT punishing us....I don't believe that ANY higher power will punish us....

If there is a nuclear situation....THAT is on us....WE made the nuclear situation and aren't prepared to contain what WE made...THAT is on us....

I DO believe in BALANCE....and if what WE are doing is interfering with the BALANCE, then stuff is gonna happen, but I really don't see plate tectonics being affected by our human interference....

This is the Earth Creating.....

OK...I've struggled to be somewhat coherent....

Not open for discussion...LOL

[Stormdancer]

Hi again!
***POUNCE ( http://diznoidtoys.biz/collectibles/SetLetter-F.jpg)***

MASSIVE smooches....

How the Hell are ya??? I am SO glad your job is more rewarding....I'm sure you're a Jewel in the making there!!!

yeahyeahyeah...love the new avie, but I have a stuffed owl that looks JUST like that. I bought it about 2 months ago, thinkingof/missing you....

[Stormdancer]

Hello honeys, I'm home from the bricabrac market.
I hope Zan is managing to get some sleep. (((Zan)))
LOL at bicabrac...I would LOVE that....and he's quiet, so I'm guessing he
s sleeping.

Hello Lute and Em~~~~~~~~

[emmsma]

Hi guys! Haven't caught up on world news either. Have things hit other places? How did Hawaii fare?

[linnie]

I'm so tiiiired. Just had another 6.6 in central Japan, closer to Tokyo. Can someone please ask the earth to stop. I'm tired and scared and have had enough.

hi guys. First thanks a lot for worrying about me. I'm all okay because my town is far south from the earthquake point. But I'm now very depressing mood, seeing so many people and their lives had gone. It will take a few days to tell the real degree of the catastroph.
Oh Zan.... and Roppo... may you have peace very soon... it must be too, too awful... we are all sending you our love and thoughts..:heart:

[BlueDragonfly]

I think that the earth as a planet goes through and has gone through these natural "changes" since it's creation. There was a series of shows on History Channel called "How the Earth Was Made", that has excellent explanations about these natural events. The fact that "we" are here has added the "disaster" factor to it.

And Yes, I feel that the Earth is my Mother, I feel a deep connection and Stormy, you've expressed how I feel, as well, very well.

Yeah, I could go on some more, but......

I hope (((Zan))) is getting some much needed rest!

[linnie]

Please - everyone join that feels moved to do so.

Mother Earth, we love you and we are so grateful to you for your blessings...
Please be a gentle mother now...

Comfort and strength for all of your beautiful children...

I, one small being, am also the I that is All. I send Reiki energy to Japan, a place from whence we first learned of its power... we will hold this reiki energy for Japan; I intend to do this as long as I need to do so...
Thank you so much for that, Mell... I am onto it in my own fashion...

[BlueDragonfly]

Hi guys! Haven't caught up on world news either. Have things hit other places? How did Hawaii fare?
As far as I've heard, no major damages, the sea swells weren't any higher than expected.

[Saturness]

***POUNCE ( http://diznoidtoys.biz/collectibles/SetLetter-F.jpg)***

MASSIVE smooches....

How the Hell are ya??? I am SO glad your job is more rewarding....I'm sure you're a Jewel in the making there!!!

yeahyeahyeah...love the new avie, but I have a stuffed owl that looks JUST like that. I bought it about 2 months ago, thinkingof/missing you....

Heeeeey!!!!!

I like the POUNCE!

Job is better now, today I made an ebook and it looks reeeeally good. It's a Bukowski! Funny dirty old man!

Awww, I want to see you stuffed owly! :love: Pretty please?



I think that the earth as a planet goes through and has gone through these natural "changes" since it's creation. There was a series of shows on History Channel called "How the Earth Was Made", that has excellent explanations about these natural events. The fact that "we" are here has added the "disaster" factor to it.



I LOOOOOVE this series it's my most favorite History Channel series EVAH!
I love love love it! I have the 2 hours special that originated the series and I never get tired to watching it! :love:

It really teaches you that the earth is a place that has moods and phases of its own, and we human... have to endure... it's OUR home, after all! ;)

[Stormdancer]

I'm guessing he wakes up smelling vanilla...or cookies....LOL

[Stormdancer]

Awww, I want to see you stuffed owly! :love: Pretty please?She looks EXACTLY like your avie...sans the hat...REALLY!!! i bought her...um...2 months ago???

[Lutestring]

WOW....deep DooDoo....:)

I agree with Mel....Earth is a PLANET...subject to the geological STUFF that happens with planets...growing pains....

I agree with Wendy...GAIA is a force..and NOT happy...

...This is how I connect, but the EARTH is a planet....IT is NOT punishing us....I don't believe that ANY higher power will punish us....

If there is a nuclear situation....THAT is on us....WE made the nuclear situation and aren't prepared to contain what WE made...THAT is on us....

I DO believe in BALANCE....and if what WE are doing is interfering with the BALANCE, then stuff is gonna happen, but I really don't see plate tectonics being affected by our human interference....

This is the Earth Creating.....

OK...I've struggled to be somewhat coherent....

Not open for discussion...LOL
I agree, it is bigger than us, not something we could influence.

I had a good time this morning, and got lots of lovely things, but no lizard skins today. Two of the volunteers said they might be putting some out later, but they didn't, though I lingered hopefully for some time. They put more stuff out after the first rush, so I got some nice boxes for tarot cards.
I got a cute little metal one just big enough for a mini deck, and three wooden cigar boxes. I got a little wooden tea scoop, some knitting needles, a vintage apron, a pretty china plate, and an old beaded handbag missing a few sequins. Lots of loot for Lute :D

[Saturness]

She looks EXACTLY like your avie...sans the hat...REALLY!!! i bought her...um...2 months ago???

Ahhh, then she's ÜBERCUTE!

I think it's Burrowing Owl, a baby one. In my avvie, I mean.

[BlueDragonfly]

Lots of loot for Lute :D
Oh, this is a good one! :D
And it sounds like you found some real treasures!

[Stormdancer]

Lots of loot for Lute :DQuote of the day...LOL..

[Stormdancer]

Ahhh, then she's ÜBERCUTE!

Um...not too sure about the "cute"....more like "Fierce"....

How are family? All well in Marina-land??? What have you been eating? I need something to test my palette...LOL

[Saturness]

Um...not too sure about the "cute"....more like "Fierce"....

Hum...

Yes. Fierce. I get that. This is Marina when her co-worker questions her work:

http://ontfin.com/Word/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/burrowing_owl3.jpg

Not so cute I fear... :bugeyed:

How are family? All well in Marina-land??? What have you been eating? I need something to test my palette...LOL

Family is good... I haven't been eating anything different though. I've been living off Subway lately. :| No not proud...

[Stormdancer]

Hum...

Yes. Fierce. I get that. This is Marina when her co-worker questions her work:
Not so cute I fear... :bugeyed:
Oh yeah...mine looks JUST like that....

SUBWAY is healthy...my fav is the Bacon/chicken ranch...BIG surprise that I ask for extra Bacon...LOL

[BlueDragonfly]

Family is good... I haven't been eating anything different though. I've been living off Subway lately. :| No not proud...
Isn't Subway supposed to be good for you?

[Saturness]

Isn't Subway supposed to be good for you?

Yes, it is good, but eating sandwich everyday is... according to my co-workers... not good. Not that I care. I don't give a damn about what I eat as long as it doesn't make me gain weight, LOL! :D

But it does get a bit boring sometimes. To eat always at the same place.

[zan_chan]

MMmmmm subway sounds really good :)

Hi gang. Guess I survived sleeping. Woken by a pretty strong shake around 9am maybe, and then again about an hour ago. Lame. Still no gas for me. Might be a very cold shower today...

[emmsma]

ZAN! Howaya! Glad you got some rest.

How long do aftershocks usually go on?

[BlueDragonfly]

((((Zan)))) Good to see you! Have things settled down some?

How is Jon? You didn't mention him.

[emmsma]

Does anyone here besides MM have a rock tumbler?

My 8 year old wants to get one. We were looking on Amazon. I don't want to go broke, but I dont' want to get a piece of crap either. Lookiing for advice and suggestions.

[Saturness]

MMmmmm subway sounds really good :)

Hi gang. Guess I survived sleeping. Woken by a pretty strong shake around 9am maybe, and then again about an hour ago. Lame. Still no gas for me. Might be a very cold shower today...

ZAN!
*POUNCE (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3255/2585864696_ec19b3a726.jpg)*

I'm glad you got some sleep! I'm sorry for the cold shower though :(

[NorthernTigress]

Hi folks. I'm home.

After work, I stopped at the Art Gallery of Alberta, which had two exhibits on loan from the Vancouver Art Gallery. One was paintings by Canadian artist Emily Carr, the other was Haida artifacts. Very, very cool.


I stopped at the gift shop. No magpies, but I couldn't stop myself from getting a plush raven. Raven is cute, but the size of his wings makes him look strangely bat-like.

[zan_chan]

Jon's fine. He's right upstairs bolling water in the microwave trying to fill his tub like an extra in True Grit. Aftershocks could keep going for... who knows. This stuff is all so unpredictable. TV news was saying it could go on a week. But we've had a couple of non-aftershock earthquakes, too, so those could have their own aftershocks.

Ugh.

[Saturness]

I stopped at the gift shop. No magpies, but I couldn't stop myself from getting a plush raven. Raven is cute, but the size of his wings makes him look strangely bat-like.

I cannot look at owl plushies, because I ALWAYS want to buy them. It's just... I love owls! They look so cute!

I have NEVER seen a Raven plushie though. Ravens aren't much seen here in Brazil (not as much as the disgusting pidgeons, eek!), so we don't have many things about it.


I have a question for everyone -- do you have to be an Etsy member to buy from its shops? Thank you~ :D

[NorthernTigress]

I think that this was one of my favorites. Called "Scorned as timber, beloved of the sky", it just spoke to me.

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_IfhDUgVsg3w/TBUod7JV3pI/AAAAAAAAAJk/1D5rP4CjdV0/s1600/scorned_as_timber.jpg

[emmsma]

Thats very pretty NT.

No, Marina. You can purchase without having your own shop at etsy.

[Lutestring]

Hi NT, i love that picture.
(((Zan))) cold showers are no fun. Poor you with all the aftershocks.

[Saturness]

Jon's fine. He's right upstairs bolling water in the microwave trying to fill his tub like an extra in True Grit. Aftershocks could keep going for... who knows. This stuff is all so unpredictable. TV news was saying it could go on a week. But we've had a couple of non-aftershock earthquakes, too, so those could have their own aftershocks.

Ugh.

Gah Zan, this is awful :(

The problem is that the Earth doesn't care. It just has its moods. And it's PMSing, apparently.

You should move into our big and safe south american plate tectonic and only worry about being robbed or kidnapped by drug smugglers! Bring Jon! :thumbsup:

... *cricket sound*

Oh noes, look at me, joking in a moment like this! I'm a horrible person!!!! *hangs self*

[emmsma]

So Marina, what has caught your eye at etsy?

I almost bought several bags yesterday - tarot bags, but I've been shopping mad lately and need to stop. SO I controlled myself. Plus I have a habit of buying bags whose patterns I like, but then finding I dont' have a deck that matches - or needs them.

I have a hard time saying this deck needs a bag. This bag should look like so.

[Saturness]

No, Marina. You can purchase without having your own shop at etsy.

But you need an account there, right? You cannot just buy from it like you do from BookDepository, in which they get your address through the Paypal account?

[emmsma]

Gah Zan, this is awful :(

The problem is that the Earth doesn't care. It just has its moods. And it's PMSing, apparently.

You should move into our big and safe south american plate tectonic and only worry about being robbed or kidnapped by drug smugglers! Bring Jon! :thumbsup:

... *cricket sound*

Oh noes, look at me, joking in a moment like this! I'm a horrible person!!!! *hangs self*

Gads, but I've missed your posts!!!
:love:

[emmsma]

But you need an account there, right? You cannot just buy from it like you do from BookDepository, in which they get your address through the Paypal account?

Just tried. Yes. They want you to sign up. :(
Then you can pay with your paypal or creditcard.

[Saturness]

So Marina, what has caught your eye at etsy?


*clear throat*


OWLIES!

- Lucky Owl (http://www.etsy.com/listing/58523993/lucky-owl-plush)

- Pirate Owl (http://www.etsy.com/listing/62125799/pirate-owl-plush)

- Sleepin'Owl (http://www.etsy.com/listing/44761465/shhhh-she-is-sleeping)

- Mini Owl Keychain (http://www.etsy.com/listing/56595994/mini-owl-plush-keychain-in-blue)


...I suppose you expected something tarot-related.... http://www.messentools.com/images/emoticones/onionhead/www.MessenTools.com-Anime-Escenario.gif


Plus I have a habit of buying bags whose patterns I like, but then finding I dont' have a deck that matches - or needs them.

I have a hard time saying this deck needs a bag. This bag should look like so.

None of my bags fits my decks. http://www.messentools.com/images/emoticones/onionhead/www.MessenTools.com-anime-en-duda.gif I consider them just a way to carry my decks without those bothersome boxes. I like when I get bags, though I hardly ever buy them.

[BlueDragonfly]

NT, that's a beautiful painting!

[NorthernTigress]

I also liked this one, which I need to do a little research on. It's called "Zunoqua of the cat village."

http://www.vanartgallery.bc.ca/collection_and_research/images/sm_emily_carr_zunoqua.jpg

[BlueDragonfly]

That one kind of has an Amazon jungle feel to it.

[linnie]

I agree, it is bigger than us, not something we could influence.
True.... I was sending out vibes more along the blessings to Earth style, because I think she needs them as much as any... Not to control her, just to let her know I appreciate her beauty... because I do :)

Glad you found nice things at the flea market, Lute.

Even more glad that you got some sleep, Zan....

[morticia monroe]

'Ello Beautiful Woman....how's tricks? I've not checked the thread...how is Frankie enjoying southern USA???


Hey Gorgeous! (Yes, you are). I'm doing just fine! You sent me a PM the other day, and I haven't responded. Thank you for your kindness, I DID receive it, but was so irritated at the time that I didn't want to say any more, lest I say too much. Know what I mean? One day's sugarpie is another day's Piece of ***. Lol. I wax and wane with this man, because he's either gone too long and I miss him so much, or he's right up my kazoo for MONTHS at a time. We're going on him being home for four months now, and he's losing his shine. Or maybe it's me losing mine. ;)

Anyways, YES! Frankie is here, and I just finished posting about yesterday's adventures...whew! It took a long time to post all those photos. But I'm loving having him, and Kevin is going to take us to New Orleans on tuesday or wednesday, and I think I've got a friend who's going to teach him to ride a Harley. Kevin's got a sweet 69 Camaro too, so we'll probably go joy riding in the next day or so. I have too many things I want to do with him to fit them into just a week. Especially because tomorrow starts my 3 day work week.

Yes, I said THREE days. I'm finally back to my old schedule, and I'm happy as a pig in a poke. Those 6 day weeks were getting to be an uber drag.

So how are YOU? When I uploaded Frankies pics this evening, it also loaded the pics I took at last year's RS. There are some great ones of you, Marina, Aulruna, Mellaenn, Faunabay, Scion, Franniee, Coyoteblack, and of course Kat.

I'm so bummed about not going this year, but I just felt it had snuck up on me too quickly.

[Queen of Disks]

I am back, how is everyone?

[emmsma]

Loving the images you're sharing, NT.

Great owlies, M.

I gotta go crash. I'm tired as heck. See ya tomorrow.

[Saturness]

:heart: MM! :heart:


Great owlies, M.

I gotta go crash. I'm tired as heck. See ya tomorrow.


Thanks!

Have a good night of sleep, Emmsma! I may follow you soon 'cause it's past midnight here already!

[BlueDragonfly]

Loving the images you're sharing, NT.

Great owlies, M.

I gotta go crash. I'm tired as heck. See ya tomorrow.
Good Night, emmsma. Sleep well.

[BlueDragonfly]

I am back, how is everyone?
Hi, how're you tonight, QoD?

[Mellaenn]

Hi, everyone, back from Pearl's; Joe did a reading gallery. Glad to see we are all of a mind to send good vibes to Mommy (Mother Earth). Zan, glad you have water at least; that's one thing about our house post-hurricane, not only is the AC out but we have well water so no pumps to run the water.

I do love your cute little avvie, Marina!

NT, I like "Zunoqua of the Cat Village"!

[Queen of Disks]

can't complain, all things considered. Work was slow, except for people coming in at the last minute.

[NorthernTigress]

And this is the raven I got

http://www.wildrepublic.com/ShowBrands.aspx?ProdCode=81089&P=&C=

I kind of want to find a way to make him into a magpie, but I would need to not only paint his wings, but also change his tail. Ravens have little stubby tails, while magpies have long, long tails.

[Lutestring]

cute little raven, NT. Could you add some real feathers to his tail?

I've just been looking at MM's photos of Frankie on the journal thread. Such a beautiful place, Frankie must be having a fabulous time.

[Saturness]

I do love your cute little avvie, Marina!

Thank you, Lady Mell!


And this is the raven I got

http://www.wildrepublic.com/ShowBrands.aspx?ProdCode=81089&P=&C=

I kind of want to find a way to make him into a magpie, but I would need to not only paint his wings, but also change his tail. Ravens have little stubby tails, while magpies have long, long tails.

:bugeyed: :bugeyed: :bugeyed:

I love him! I . LOVE. Him. The Raven plushie! :love:

That was one great purchase, NT!

[morticia monroe]

NT...DANG!!!! What gorgeous art! You are amazing! I can't paint stick people. I really really love your paintings.


Marina!!! Yay! It's about time you found your way back, if even for a short while. You know you can't escape us. :) I've missed you! Can you believe it's been a year since the Reader's Studio? It was so much fun! And it went so fast...by the time I finally realized that the weird looks I was getting from the other hotel guests were because I was NOT in Louisiana and could not simply stroll around with a beer in my hand, it was over.

I had finally figured out how to act, and it was time to go home. ;)

[BlueDragonfly]

My battery is down to 8%, the charger cord is in the other room, and it's time for me to turn out the lights and get some sleep.

See you all tomorrow! (((mATes)))

[NorthernTigress]

NT...DANG!!!! What gorgeous art! You are amazing! I can't paint stick people. I really really love your paintings.


Oh, those aren't MY paintings. This is what I saw at the art gallery today.

[morticia monroe]

Oh, those aren't MY paintings. This is what I saw at the art gallery today.


OH!! ROFL> Well hey, you really had me intimidated there for a few minutes.

OMG, that's a knee-slapper...

[zan_chan]

Hey MM! Thanks for your kind words earlier. I got woken up from a big aftershock and saw what you'd written, and it helped :)

All pretty calm here now. No movement in a couple of hours. I just made a frozen pizza... (Am I talking about earthquakes, or constipation??)

[morticia monroe]

Hey MM! Thanks for your kind words earlier. I got woken up from a big aftershock and saw what you'd written, and it helped :)

All pretty calm here now. No movement in a couple of hours. I just made a frozen pizza... (Am I talking about earthquakes, or constipation??)


(((Zanny))) I'm worried about you! When are you coming home to New York City, where it's nice and safe? ;)


My God, you must be on eggshells. But Mother Nature is doing this because she needs to. As bad as it seems, she's letting off steam, to keep from doing worse.

[Saturness]

Marina!!! Yay! It's about time you found your way back, if even for a short while. You know you can't escape us. :) I've missed you! Can you believe it's been a year since the Reader's Studio? It was so much fun! And it went so fast...by the time I finally realized that the weird looks I was getting from the other hotel guests were because I was NOT in Louisiana and could not simply stroll around with a beer in my hand, it was over.

I had finally figured out how to act, and it was time to go home. ;)

Yes! Nearly an year since the RS! Wow! It did pass so fast... I will save money and go again soon!

You know, here you can stroll around with beer in your hand and nobody will give a damn. We are all beer lovers in Brazil! :party:

I think I truly missed tlaking to you guys... :love:

[PathWalker]

just dropping in here - four in the morning - to check the news and say hi.

reactor stuff looks bad but not critical yet, not much nre nres here as refresh is slow in the night, guess they'll tell more later, so just sending heartfelt energy and going back to bed for a few hours

[zan_chan]

Ok. I jinxed. Just had a nice little rattle again. What a day.

Have I mentioned that I have a date tonight? Is that weird? Restaurants are open, so why not? :P If the big one comes, I'd rather get it out of my old, ready-to-crumble apartment anyway...

[NorthernTigress]

Ok. I jinxed. Just had a nice little rattle again. What a day.

Have I mentioned that I have a date tonight? Is that weird? Restaurants are open, so why not? :P If the big one comes, I'd rather get it out of my old, ready-to-crumble apartment anyway...

Why is it that the first thing that popped into my head when I read this was "Did the earth move for you too?"

(Somebody just smack me, please!)

[Lutestring]

You know, here you can stroll around with beer in your hand and nobody will give a damn. We are all beer lovers in Brazil! :party:


You can do that here in Australia, too :D

[morticia monroe]

*note to self* Visit Brazil and Australia asap.

[Saturness]

Ok. I jinxed. Just had a nice little rattle again. What a day.

Have I mentioned that I have a date tonight? Is that weird? Restaurants are open, so why not? :P If the big one comes, I'd rather get it out of my old, ready-to-crumble apartment anyway...

Well, any day is day for love!

Is your apartment really ready to crumble? I'm worried...



You can do that here in Australia, too :D

Maybe it's a Southern Hemisphere trait? LOL!



*note to self* Visit Brazil and Australia asap.

And viva la beer! :party:

[zan_chan]

Hmmm... they're starting to predict that Tokyo could lose power because of the leaking nuclear plants. I have iPhone fully charged, so if we do, I'll check in from there with updates :)

[Lutestring]

Maybe it's a Southern Hemisphere trait? LOL!

And viva la beer! :party:

Maybe it's the weather? I want a beer now, *goes to look in fridge*

[Saturness]

Maybe it's the weather? I want a beer now, *goes to look in fridge*

Me too.

Oh wait. Sister's friends drunk ALL THE ALCOHOL we had at home on the last party. Oh c**p. :mad:

No beer for me! Argh!

[Lutestring]

Hmmm... they're starting to predict that Tokyo could lose power because of the leaking nuclear plants. I have iPhone fully charged, so if we do, I'll check in from there with updates :)
:bugeyed: Is it cold there at the moment? You won't have heating if the power goes. Good thing you have a date tonight })

[zan_chan]

:bugeyed: Is it cold there at the moment? You won't have heating if the power goes. Good thing you have a date tonight })

Its not that bad. High of 12 and low of 5 C. I can manage that if need be...

[Saturness]

Its not that bad. High of 12 and low of 5 C. I can manage that if need be...

5ºC is cold! :bugeyed:

Lute is right, maybe it's a good day to have a date after all... even if just to relax a bit in another's company :)

[Lutestring]

Me too.

Oh wait. Sister's friends drunk ALL THE ALCOHOL we had at home on the last party. Oh c**p. :mad:

No beer for me! Argh!
Oh phooey :( I have beer, but it wasn't in the fridge. It is now :) A porter, and a Cooper's vintage ale.

[NorthernTigress]

5ºC is cold! :bugeyed:

Lute is right, maybe it's a good day to have a date after all... even if just to relax a bit in another's company :)

+5C is brisk. -20C is cold. (Sorry, Canadian here)

[Saturness]

+5C is brisk. -20C is cold. (Sorry, Canadian here)

5ºC is cold. -20ºC is Canadian madness. LOL!

Not that I mind, as I'm actually going to visit Canada on May! That's it, if I get the goddamn Visa....



Oh phooey :( I have beer, but it wasn't in the fridge. It is now :) A porter, and a Cooper's vintage ale.

Can you believe this? Thank you drunk and silly teenagers! Now where's mah beer? Phooey! :(

It seems you have good stuff there, Lute!!!

[Lutestring]

+5C is brisk. -20C is cold. (Sorry, Canadian here)
LOL, 5C is cold, -20C is freezing!

[NorthernTigress]

No, -30 to -35 is Canadian Insanity.

[Mellaenn]

Nodding out at the computer; off to bed with me. So glad to see everyone! Good night!

[Saturness]

No, -30 to -35 is Canadian Insanity.

LOL! And +38ºC - +41ºC is Brazilian Insanity.
(In 2010 we had a +43ºC day here. A nightmare!)

I think I like your insanity more than mine! :joke:

Well, dear friends... I'm leaving. It's nearly 2 am here, I have to sleep!


Have a wonderful 1/3 of an Earth's Rotation, and lets hope that rotate is all she does for next few... for a long time. ;)

[Bat Chicken]

Glad to see Zan is still OK. Has anyone heard from roppo?

Mmmmm... Emily Carr paintings! One of my favourite artists! She was an amazing writer too. She won the Governor General's award for non-fiction for Klee Wyck in 1941.

[Lutestring]

goodnight Mell and Marina. Hi Bat Chicken, yes, Roppo dropped in earlier on this thread to say he is ok, he is in southern Japan.

[Bat Chicken]

Oh good! Thanks Lutestring....

[NorthernTigress]

I'm still having evil thoughts of how to turn a raven into a magpie.

I would need either scraps of fun fur, or fabric paint for the wings. And either black feathers, or more fun fur, for the tail.

[Lutestring]

I think fur on the wings, and feathers for tail. I'm sleepy, i didn't sleep much last night. I think i might go and have a nap.

[NorthernTigress]

I think fur on the wings, and feathers for tail. I'm sleepy, i didn't sleep much last night. I think i might go and have a nap.

I'm looking at my magpie photo. I forgot that the whole belly is white too. This would be a lot of modding.

[kaleanna]

hi All,

I got home and was on phone with mom, then when done had to check son's grades and now son is having a bit of an attitude with us and fixing to find himself getting ready for bed and going to sleep.

[NorthernTigress]

Hi Kale.

Other than that, how ya doin'?

[Queen of Disks]

goodnight everyone! Be safe!

[Jesii]

Morning people, how is everyone?

[NorthernTigress]

Hi Jesii.

I went to the art gallery after work today, where I saw some paintings by a Canadian artist on west-coast native themes, and some native artifacts. Then I went to the gallery gift shop and picked up a plushie raven. And now I'm entertaining crazy thoughts about trying to modify the raven to make it into a magpie.

[Jesii]

Hi Jesii.

I went to the art gallery after work today, where I saw some paintings by a Canadian artist on west-coast native themes, and some native artifacts. Then I went to the gallery gift shop and picked up a plushie raven. And now I'm entertaining crazy thoughts about trying to modify the raven to make it into a magpie.
Hiya NT! Wow, busy day!! I've only just woken up and am drinking black coffee and writing my shopping list. My day consists of shopping and working (emphasis on the working, shopping can wait)

[Rhinemaiden]

Good morning, everyone! I'll just tidy up a bit and leave some fresh baked corn muffins on the bar... help yourself!

Zan, you sound better than yesterday! That's a good thing... and a date? Even better! Have fun! (a cold shower is better than no shower... it'll be BRISK but quick ;) )

--------------

Hi Jess and NT... Jess, how was your date with the cute guy? NT, love the raven you bought!

[NorthernTigress]

Thanks.

I may have to keep him as a Raven. Just looking at how MUCH white is on a magpie is rather intimidating.

[Rhinemaiden]

You're right on the white... I just looked at a few pix... definitely white on large areas. It's a challenge!

[zan_chan]

Hey guys. Just checking in. Nothing new really. A few more little tremors, but nothing major. The gas turned back on, and there hasn't been a power outage yet. Hoping for the best with it all...

[Jesii]

Hiya Rhinemaiden :)

[NorthernTigress]

I'm deliberately watching a TV show that I hate. Why?

[Wendywu]

Oh Zan - I worried for you last night! I am so glad to see you today :)

Hi everyone!

[Wendywu]

I'm deliberately watching a TV show that I hate. Why?


coz it means you can stay up and be with us, of course :laugh:

[Rhinemaiden]

Hey guys. Just checking in. Nothing new really. A few more little tremors, but nothing major. The gas turned back on, and there hasn't been a power outage yet. Hoping for the best with it all...

awwww... no cold shower? Lucky you! Thanks for the update! You have flashlights and batteries, just in case? Or a solar lantern?

[Rhinemaiden]

morning, Wendy! NT, what ARE you watching? When there's "nothing on" I always turn to the weather channel ;)

[NorthernTigress]

Well, time for bed. No plans for tomorrow, other than going to my Saturday Morning Business Meeting.

[Wendywu]

This is when those wind-up devices are so useful!

We gave my father in law a wind up radio awhile back (good toy!!) and he loves it.

[NorthernTigress]

morning, Wendy! NT, what ARE you watching? When there's "nothing on" I always turn to the weather channel ;)

I *was* watching Conspiracy Theory "with Jesse Ventura". Usually I find the paranormal television shows to be a guilty pleasure, but Jesse just irks me. Yes, that's right, I used the word "Irk".

[Wendywu]

Well, time for bed. No plans for tomorrow, other than going to my Saturday Morning Business Meeting.

Nighty night NT - have a good meditation and sleep :)

[Rhinemaiden]

This is when those wind-up devices are so useful!

We gave my father in law a wind up radio awhile back (good toy!!) and he loves it.

great idea! I have a solar powered lantern (also runs on batteries)...

[Wendywu]

Useful! My camping lights for the tents all run on rechargeable batteries but I'd like a solar powered light or two. Very handy.

Today is my father in law's 87th birthday, and we are going round there for the morning. James and Shakira are going for the afternoon. We stagger visits so as not to overwhelm them - too many people and they get kerfuffled now....

Then this afternoon I shall row, and chop up the memory foam which has finally finished puffing itself up!

[Rhinemaiden]

Sounds like you have a day planned! A very happy BD to your father in law!

Love recharge batteries... I use them in my cameras (I prefer a camera that runs on AA batteries)

Here's the solar lantern I have:

http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10001&storeId=11151&partNumber=11067683&langId=-1

It lives in my kitchen and charges whenever I turn on a light... occasionally I put it outside for a "sun bath"...

Can't wait to see your cushion!

This is shopping day (I shop every two weeks) and I have a meeting mid-morning, then my weekly scavenger hunt at the flea market... seas too choppy for kayaking, so I'll put that off.

[Wendywu]

Sounds like a good day :)

I've got the suede out, and the foam, and all the tools I'll need so I think I'm good to go. I also have the pattern to use, which I got by drawing round the official seat pad that Concept supply. I bought one, but it's no good - I found it no better than the seat itself. Why Concept can't supply padded seats on their machines none of us will ever know. They must know their seats are hideously painful - there are numerous threads on the Concept forum and Concept themselves sell seatpads!!

[Quester]

Good morning to anyone awake! :)
Graven Images Oracle arrived from Card Lady and I am looking forward to learning more about it!!! :heart:
Thank you Card Lady!!!!

[PathWalker]

I'm here - (hi babe) but fairly speechless as I follow the nuclear story.

Being a green supporter for years, and a scientist, I have always hated our (the world's) drive towards more and more nuclear energy - it is not the wonder solution some parts of government and energy agencies would have us believe - it is storing up problems for the future that we don't know how to cope with.

And the awful and unexpected can happen :(
I fear it has.

[Quester]

I'm here - (hi babe) but fairly speechless as I follow the nuclear story.

Being a green supporter for years, and a scientist, I have always hated our (the world's) drive towards more and more nuclear energy - it is not the wonder solution some parts of government and energy agencies would have us believe - it is storing up problems for the future that we don't know how to cope with.

And the awful and unexpected can happen :(
I fear it has.

It IS a scary situation!!

[Lutestring]

I've been getting my dinner while watching updates on the nuclear explosion :( :eek:
I think I'll go back to watching Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, which happens to be on tv tonight. I feel like a bit of escapism.

[Jesii]

Jus got the bus up the hill for only the second time ever since I've been here! I was carrying a lot, and thought I deserved it! Two big bottles, foods, 2 books, 2 DVD's and the amazing olives ever! They are green olives with Lemon, mint and something else yummy! So so nice!!!! And a sourdough (sp?) bagette - gonna be an awsome lunch :laugh:

[Quester]

Looks like everyone is either asleep or busy doing other things. Going to try for a little sleep before the sun comes up.

[Jesii]

I'm here - (hi babe) but fairly speechless as I follow the nuclear story.

Being a green supporter for years, and a scientist, I have always hated our (the world's) drive towards more and more nuclear energy - it is not the wonder solution some parts of government and energy agencies would have us believe - it is storing up problems for the future that we don't know how to cope with.

And the awful and unexpected can happen :(
I fear it has.
Saw this, went and read news pages... Oh My God :( Just.... oh... God :(

[Jesii]

Hi Quester

[BlueDragonfly]

Good Morning! I'm just now going to get caught up on the latest news, thought I'd better start on my first cup of coffee first.

[Jesii]

Hello BD :) coffee is probably a good idea, may get me one too soon!

[BlueDragonfly]

Hello BD :) coffee is probably a good idea, may get me one too soon!
Hi Jesii! I see you've gotten your shopping done and had to catch the bus to get it all home! :) Mmm...I love sourdough breads!

[Mellaenn]

(Reuters) - The Japanese government said on Saturday it has expanded the evacuation area around the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant to a 20 kilometre radius from 10 km.

Prayers, people...

(CNN) -- An explosion sent white smoke rising above a nuclear plant where a massive earthquake and tsunami crippled cooling systems in northeastern Japan, the country's chief Cabinet secretary said Saturday.

Four workers were injured after the blast at the Fukushima Daiichi plant, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yukio Edano told reporters. It was not immediately clear where the blast occurred inside the plant, or what caused it.

The roof of a reactor at the plant collapsed following the explosion around 3:30 p.m. (1:30 a.m. ET), Japan's Kyodo News Agency reported, citing Tokyo Electric Power Company.

One expert said the explosion was "clearly a serious situation," but may not be related to problems inside the plant's nuclear reactor.

This last bit makes me want to choke out the words "b*llsh*t"...love the experts....Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain!

[Wendywu]

Yeah - I just got coffee :). Home from mum & dad's - he looks amazing for 87 years young. Years ago he used to work on the steam trains as a fire-man, meaning he shovelled coal. He worked on the Paddington to Penzance train and would shovel one ton of coal during the course of the journey. He was incredibly strong when I first met him. He's still a fit strong man for his age.

I am glad to be home though. My safe haven :heart:

[Wendywu]

The vampire came round - again - this morning. And left again after I explained again that I no longer want contact with her. Please, please let this be the last time I have to go through this.......

Particularly ironic because himself had arranged for her to phone me y/day evening at 7.00p.m. I was gobsmacked and not pleased with him. But she didn't phone ...... I don't suppose she connects her lack of courtesy with my not wishing contact!

[Jesii]

Hi Jesii! I see you've gotten your shopping done and had to catch the bus to get it all home! :) Mmm...I love sourdough breads!
Yeah, I'm getting to the habit of being picky about bread, ordinary sliced stuff isn't fun! But the market stalls in town do loads of nice olives and breads.... I was spoilt for choice!

[Jesii]

(Reuters) - The Japanese government said on Saturday it has expanded the evacuation area around the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant to a 20 kilometre radius from 10 km.

Prayers, people...

(CNN) -- An explosion sent white smoke rising above a nuclear plant where a massive earthquake and tsunami crippled cooling systems in northeastern Japan, the country's chief Cabinet secretary said Saturday.

Four workers were injured after the blast at the Fukushima Daiichi plant, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yukio Edano told reporters. It was not immediately clear where the blast occurred inside the plant, or what caused it.

The roof of a reactor at the plant collapsed following the explosion around 3:30 p.m. (1:30 a.m. ET), Japan's Kyodo News Agency reported, citing Tokyo Electric Power Company.

One expert said the explosion was "clearly a serious situation," but may not be related to problems inside the plant's nuclear reactor.

This last bit makes me want to choke out the words "b*llsh*t"...love the experts....Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain!
Hiya Mell, it ain't looking too good, but I'm still praying it turns out to be a small, totally unimportant explosion.... and that nothing follows!!


Hiya Wendy!!!! (((((hug)))) about the Vampire. I found a really interesting book in a charity shop, it's a novel about this Spanish Gardner, and the majic of his Garden. Thought people here might like it . 'The Gardener' by Grian

[Wendywu]

(Reuters) - The Japanese government said on Saturday it has expanded the evacuation area around the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant to a 20 kilometre radius from 10 km.

Prayers, people...

(CNN) -- An explosion sent white smoke rising above a nuclear plant where a massive earthquake and tsunami crippled cooling systems in northeastern Japan, the country's chief Cabinet secretary said Saturday.

Four workers were injured after the blast at the Fukushima Daiichi plant, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yukio Edano told reporters. It was not immediately clear where the blast occurred inside the plant, or what caused it.

The roof of a reactor at the plant collapsed following the explosion around 3:30 p.m. (1:30 a.m. ET), Japan's Kyodo News Agency reported, citing Tokyo Electric Power Company.

One expert said the explosion was "clearly a serious situation," but may not be related to problems inside the plant's nuclear reactor.

This last bit makes me want to choke out the words "b*llsh*t"...love the experts....Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain!


These poor people!!! It's beyond words ...

[BlueDragonfly]

I've just been catching up with all the news videos. It's so very frightening.

[Lutestring]

The vampire came round - again - this morning. And left again after I explained again that I no longer want contact with her. Please, please let this be the last time I have to go through this.......

Particularly ironic because himself had arranged for her to phone me y/day evening at 7.00p.m. I was gobsmacked and not pleased with him. But she didn't phone ...... I don't suppose she connects her lack of courtesy with my not wishing contact!
((((Wendy)))) I hope she doesn't keep doing this.

The oompaloompa last night gave me a long lecture about the ring of fire, and his theory of why the earthquake in Japan happened (because of Christchurch!) :bugeyed: doesn't understand anything.. It would have almost been interesting if only he had the faintest understanding of the situation. he insisted that Hawaii was part of the ring of fire, and that it would be next to have an earthquake (but he didn't know it has constant volcanic activity), or if not there it would be Perth, Australia (huh? wtf), (also not ring of fire, but at least Hawaii is a volcanic hotspot, Perth is not). Everytime I tried to say something, he got very angry. I put the phone down three times, and didn't listen, and couldn't even tell that i had missed anything when i picked it up. He was still repeating the same things. He says everything several times over. I would have just hung up, but he gets so angry when i do that, it just isn't worth it.

Poor Japan, as if a huge earthquake and tsunami weren't enough, now a nuclear explosion too :(

Hi Jesii, yay for yummy sourdough and olives. Hi Blue :)

[BlueDragonfly]

Hi Lute! The same types of conversations were going on at my house last night. I had to run for the bedroom before my head exploded from the ignorance and misinformation that was spewing out of the mouths(enhanced by alcohol) in the living room. *shakes head*

[Jesii]

Hiya Lute :)

[BlueDragonfly]

Okay, off to work, see you tonight! :D

[Jesii]

Bye BD, have a good day!

[Lutestring]

Hi Lute! The same types of conversations were going on at my house last night. I had to run for the bedroom before my head exploded from the ignorance and misinformation that was spewing out of the mouths(enhanced by alcohol) in the living room. *shakes head*
Oh poor you. My brother, the oompaloompa, had been drinking too, but is like that even when he hasn't been drinking. I had the whole conversation going round and round my head when i was trying to sleep last night, aaaagh!

[Jesii]

Oh poor you. My brother, the oompaloompa, had been drinking too, but is like that even when he hasn't been drinking. I had the whole conversation going round and round my head when i was trying to sleep last night, aaaagh!
I'm not sure half the people in my house even know whats going on, and they don't seem to have linked 'Japan' and 'Maki' (our housemate last term) togther.

[Lutestring]

I'm not sure half the people in my house even know whats going on, and they don't seem to have linked 'Japan' and 'Maki' (our housemate last term) togther.
do they live on another planet? :bugeyed:

[cardlady22]

Morning, everybody.

Wishing with all my might that there was something I could do about what I'm seeing and feeling.
:heart: (((Japan))) :heart:

[cardlady22]

do they live on another planet? :bugeyed:Most people live in a very self-centered world . . . especially at the teen/young adult level.

[Jesii]

do they live on another planet? :bugeyed:

Most people live in a very self-centered world . . . especially at the teen/young adult level.

It's just, living in halls is kinda disconnected with the real world. And yeah, 'self-centered' :laugh: I mean, I know Naj and Josh, as soon as they found out, went to check Maki was okay (and she was, she posted on their pages to say not to worry) but I would have thought some of the other people in our house would wonder?

[cardlady22]

As much as I disliked and chafed against high school, college/university wasn't what I thought it would be either. I love to learn and will always be looking into something- but Academia is so not a Real World.

[Wendywu]

((((Wendy)))) I hope she doesn't keep doing this.

The oompaloompa last night gave me a long lecture about the ring of fire, and his theory of why the earthquake in Japan happened (because of Christchurch!) :bugeyed: doesn't understand anything.. ................................................. I would have just hung up, but he gets so angry when i do that, it just isn't worth it.


Hopefully he won't feel the need to speak to you for a while!!

Yep - I think this might be the last time she tries it because I turned my back on her and walked away ..... she quite probably got the message this time :D

[Jesii]

As much as I disliked and chafed against high school, college/university wasn't what I thought it would be either. I love to learn and will always be looking into something- but Academia is so not a Real World.
It really isn't! But I still think we should look at the 'real world', even if we are not really in it! They are real people out there in trouble, not just stick figures and numbers. I guess that's where some of us are different, I don't see figures, I see people.

[cardlady22]

Exactly how I felt, Jesii! Students would complain about history being boring, and whine about having to learn it. I felt like I was slipping inside other minds & hearts as I imagined what it was like to live what I was reading.

[Jesii]

Exactly how I felt, Jesii! Students would complain about history being boring, and whine about having to learn it. I felt like I was slipping inside other minds & hearts as I imagined what it was like to live what I was reading.
Same here, people sit through 'old' films (think up to 1925, B+W, silent) and go this is boring, and yes they are, but they are also so interesting! Whole different way of life, and I almost feel like the films mean I can touch it. Everyone just thinks they are boring and nothing happens.

And this whole series of disasters really makes me look at everything differently, changes your perspective, or at least that's what it does to me!

[Lutestring]

Exactly how I felt, Jesii! Students would complain about history being boring, and whine about having to learn it. I felt like I was slipping inside other minds & hearts as I imagined what it was like to live what I was reading.
I love reading history, but hated studying it because all that was available back then was mostly from a political angle, and i preferred social history. I loved to imagine how it was to be living then. That is why i love researching my family history so much, and reading a lot of background material about the times and places they were from. It's the getting inside part which is so much fun. I really feel i know some of them.

[Jesii]

I love reading history, but hated studying it because all that was available back then was mostly from a political angle, and i preferred social history. I loved to imagine how it was to be living then. That is why i love researching my family history so much, and reading a lot of background material about the times and places they were from. It's the getting inside part which is so much fun. I really feel i know some of them.
My favorite bit of film theory is context, the 'what is going on at that time, in that country' angle!

[cardlady22]

That brings back a memory, Lutestring! I think I was in 9th grade? Anyway, I started talking about some sort of details and the kids around me said "Where is that in the book?"

I looked at them like they were alien life forms and grandly turned to the Recommended Reading/bibliography section of the chapter. Cue the mock innocence asking, "Why do you think they put it there?"

})

[Lutestring]

Yep - I think this might be the last time she tries it because I turned my back on her and walked away ..... she quite probably got the message this time :D
I hope so.

[Jesii]

That brings back a memory, Lutestring! I think I was in 9th grade? Anyway, I started talking about some sort of details and the kids around me said "Where is that in the book?"

I looked at them like they were alien life forms and grandly turned to the Recommended Reading/bibliography section of the chapter. Cue the mock innocence asking, "Why do you think they put it there?"

})
I like it!

[Lutestring]

That brings back a memory, Lutestring! I think I was in 9th grade? Anyway, I started talking about some sort of details and the kids around me said "Where is that in the book?"

I looked at them like they were alien life forms and grandly turned to the Recommended Reading/bibliography section of the chapter. Cue the mock innocence asking, "Why do you think they put it there?"

})
:D :D :D I was a bit like that at school too }) Probably why I really like Hermione in the Harry Potter books. Favourite quote: "don't you two read?" said by her to Harry and Ron, of course.

[Jesii]

:D :D :D I was a bit like that at school too }) Probably why I really like Hermione in the Harry Potter books. Favourite quote: "don't you two read?" said by her to Harry and Ron, of course.
Oh Yes!!!! That's the best bit!!!!! She is just so sarky, I love her!

[Jesii]

I have 34 pages left to read of this book, and I have planned 2 essays, so off to watch a film, then reading. Then I'll have done something today :laugh:

[Saturness]

Gooood morning!

I had a wonderful night of sleep! I love not having to wake up early in Saturday! :love:

How is everyone? Any news? :D

[cardlady22]

Hello, Marina!

I'm trying to keep my mind occupied. Didn't sleep very well and woke up at about 7:30am. *bleh*

Yesterday I was in love with the idea of getting an iPod Touch. Today I'm thinking it would be completely frivolous.

[Saturness]

Hello, Marina!

I'm trying to keep my mind occupied. Didn't sleep very well and woke up at about 7:30am. *bleh*

I wake up everyday 7 am, because of work. I HATE waking up early! But I have no choice! :|

Yesterday I was in love with the idea of getting an iPod Touch. Today I'm thinking it would be completely frivolous.

Why don't you get an iPhone instead? It has everything the iPod Touch has, plus the phone. Too bad Zan isn't here to defend the iPhone, lol! :joke:

[cardlady22]

Hubby has an iPhone, so his suffices for all the Internet-related stuff. He is on his mother's family plan.

My phone is a Samsung Alias 2 and I like it. I am on with my mother's family plan.

The main thing I want to do on the iPod is use astrology & tarot apps and other things that I wouldn't want to ask hubby to keep on his. :P
I can't bring myself to justify the expense of another data plan when I am home most of my time.

ETA: And the moms are not sure they want to stay with their carriers, so they don't want to make changes and re-date their service contracts at this point.

[Saturness]

The main thing I want to do on the iPod is use astrology & tarot apps and other things that I wouldn't want to ask hubby to keep on his. :P
I can't bring myself to justify the expense of another data plan when I am home most of my time.

Oh yes, that makes sense. Well, perhaps you should get the iPod Touch then. :) The Apps are the best part, aren't them???

My phone is a Nokia E63... not as good as the iPhone to use the internet (the screen is smaller), but it's very nice! I found one tarot app for it, but you has to pay for it, and I didn't feel like it. Bummer!

[cardlady22]

Apps ~ yes, I started browsing and realized that I could get very carried away! :laugh:
I'll have to think carefully about which I want to spend my dollars on.

[NorthernTigress]

Good morning. I have to get ready to leave for my meeting soon.

Maybe my meditation practice is helping. When I go to work, I have to leave at around 10am, but on Saturdays I'm going much farther, so I have to leave by 8:30 at the latest. So last night before I crawled into bed I told myself "Not too much snoozing. I have to be up before 8. Before 8. Before 8." I was out of bed at 7.

[Saturness]

Apps ~ yes, I started browsing and realized that I could get very carried away! :laugh:
I'll have to think carefully about which I want to spend my dollars on.

"Think Carefully" and "Dollars" are two words that are complicated to use in the same sentence. We do try!

LOL! :joke:

Where is everyone? Is is me driving everyone away?

[cardlady22]

Hello, NT!

No, we love you, Marina! I figure people stayed up late or had to go out early for things today.

Tonight I have to set my clock forward. I hate hate hate this. And guess which week they have scheduled testing for school? Brilliant minds, eh?

[yirabeth]

G'morning all :) Actually, been up a while, but today is a VERY heavy homework day...didn't get much accomplished yesterday :rolleyes:

Glad to hear Zan is feeling better, and the aftershocks are being less. Worried/concerned about the whole explosion/nuclear aspect....

The world has been going through such a rough time lately. Is it me? Am I an ostrich with my head in the sand?? It doesn't seem it was this rough on everyone 10 years ago.... :(

Had a blowup with Jack last night. Really getting tired of being treated as inconsequential. One day he MAY finally realize I have a right to be treated decently too...currently he's in his room ignoring me, he's been up 2 hours, came out and used the bathroom but went back in his room and slammed the door. Yep, still mad at me. LOL Well, he's in there minus internet access, so eventually he'll have to come out and ask what he has to do to get it back...or miss the whole weekend with his game expansion (and into next week, if he doesn't get on it this weekend) because he hasn't done what he needs to do to get access back....

^^The hard part of being a mom! LOL

Marina, can't remember if I posted to you last night before things kinda blew up here, but if not --- so glad to see you back!! You have been missed :)

Oh, and Emmsma, I sent the deck. I'll send a PM if you're not on at the moment though LOL.

[NorthernTigress]

Time change? Oh great!

I didn't mention it, but yesterday we got a letter from our landlord. It was our mandatory "one business day's notice" that the renovation was finally reaching our floor, and that starting on Monday we would need to have our suite open so that construction workers could walk through it for up to a week, carrying tools, chunks of metal railing, etc.

Guess we'll be spending most of the weekend re-arranging our living room to move all the breakables.

[cardlady22]

(((NT))) You may want to look into a cheap carpet runner for them to track across.

[emmsma]

Hi there. I'm up and trying to catch up on the latest.

Glad Zan is doing better. Hope it was a good date.

I'm terribly worried about the reactor explosion. I want zan in the states til its safe. I just am untrusting the accuracy of the statements that "there was no large amount of radiation leakage outside"

:(

Think if we started a "Bring Zan Home Fund" that we could convince him?

[Stormdancer]

G'Morning mATes~~~

Coffee in hand as the "catch-up" game commences :D

How is everyone?

[NorthernTigress]

Okay, I'm leaving a little bit early, so I'm not so nervous waiting at the bus stop. I hate being late.

[cardlady22]

We've been waiting for you . . . . })

Hello, emmsma & Stormy!

[Stormdancer]

No, we love you, Marina! I figure people stayed up late or had to go out early for things today.

Tonight I have to set my clock forward. I hate hate hate this. And guess which week they have scheduled testing for school? Brilliant minds, eh?!!! YAY !!! Marina is still here :*

And DITTO on the d*mn time change. What is the point? My head 'splodes with this stuff :bugeyed:

[Stormdancer]

Time change? Oh great!

I didn't mention it, but yesterday we got a letter from our landlord. It was our mandatory "one business day's notice" that the renovation was finally reaching our floor, and that starting on Monday we would need to have our suite open so that construction workers could walk through it for up to a week, carrying tools, chunks of metal railing, etc.

Guess we'll be spending most of the weekend re-arranging our living room to move all the breakables.Oh NO...what a hassle!!! It's the balcony, right?

[emmsma]

Thanks Yira.

*waves hello to all others*

Looking forward to seeing the effect of the steroid injection my friend gave me yesterday. I know that doens't sound right. Its for my allergies. If this works, I'll buy myself a bottle. And I tried but couldn't self-administer. :(

Yira, I got a Giant RW! Did you see. Its a 2010, but printed in China. Silky!

[Stormdancer]

We've been waiting for you . . . . })

Hello, emmsma & Stormy!
:bugeyed:
:bugeyed::bugeyed:
:bugeyed::bugeyed::bugeyed:
:bugeyed::bugeyed::bugeyed::bugeyed:

***Grabs Emmsma's hand and runs for a hidey hole***

[kaleanna]

Morning everyone,


How is everyone?


I got to sleep in til 8:30am. Then have been busy with the kiddos. I just was able to now be on the computer. I finally got a sale thread up for a couple of decks.

Will be getting lil one ready to go to daycare soon.


I have to go to work by 4pm

[emmsma]

Tee hee Stormy. That was a bit ominous. :)

Kaleanna, good luck on your sale!

[cardlady22]

(((yirabeth & kaleanna)))

emmsma, pop me a PM with a couple of ideas of odds & ends to include with your tin. Can be for you or for Emm.

[kaleanna]

Tee hee Stormy. That was a bit ominous. :)

Kaleanna, good luck on your sale!


Thankies emmsma. Might add to it later though.

[Stormdancer]

"Think Carefully" and "Dollars" are two words that are complicated to use in the same sentence. We do try!
I could do ^^^ THAT ^^^ up there, or............
Morning everyone,

I finally got a sale thread up for a couple of decks.
***contemplates trotting off after a few more sips of coffee***

G'Morning~~~

[kaleanna]

(((yirabeth & kaleanna)))

emmsma, pop me a PM with a couple of ideas of odds & ends to include with your tin. Can be for you or for Emm.


((((((((cardlady))))))))))

[kaleanna]

I could do ^^^ THAT ^^^ up there, or............
***contemplates trotting off after a few more sips of coffee***

G'Morning~~~

:laugh: :laugh:


G'morning Stormy, how are ya?

[yirabeth]

G'morning Kaleanna and Stormy :)

Emmsma, the Giant sounds lovely :) It's on my wish list! I'm holding off on purchases right now, but soon I shall have one I think :)

[emmsma]

It was only $16.32 at Amazon. :)

Coffee sounds good. I hear the espresso is almost done. Yes. That will be good.

Think I have to stop reading the news. Freaking myself out.

[Stormdancer]

Morning Yira...sorry about the teen tantrum. I know I'm on the "mean Mom" list when I get the silent treatment from DD. If she's quiet she's either asleep, sick, or MAD...:D

[Stormdancer]

Think I have to stop reading the news. Freaking myself out.TCO mad a comment some time yesterday about how dramatic the US news was compared to others...makes me wonder...

[cardlady22]

*wishing my DD would be silent when she's mad* :P
She goes on and on and on and . . . in her room, but loud enough for me to hear, of course.

[yirabeth]

Hehe, I hear ya there...Jack is a talkative one :) Except when he's mad or sleeping as you said..he never gets sick so that's not a condition of silence here LOL. Although at this point, I'm enjoying the silence. It's better than when he's stomping-around-slamming-doors mad, which he will get as soon as he finds out he has to DO something to get his internet back LOL

[Stormdancer]

:laugh: :laugh:


G'morning Stormy, how are ya?Definitely NOT awake yet. I read Yira's post and thought Emmsma had a bought a giant..."a giant WHAT???"...until I remembered what I had just read...about the deck...***sigh***

[Saturness]

Hello, NT!

No, we love you, Marina! I figure people stayed up late or had to go out early for things today.

Tonight I have to set my clock forward. I hate hate hate this. And guess which week they have scheduled testing for school? Brilliant minds, eh?


What, you are saying that people actually have LIVES?

:bugeyed:

But... but... how can they... noooo.... http://www.messentools.com/images/emoticones/onionhead/www.MessenTools.com-anime-agachado.gif


LOL!

We had to set our clocks backwards two weeks ago. The bad thing is that now it's already dark when I leave my work! Shucks!


Oh, by the way, Hi! Stormy, Emmsma, Yira and Kaleanna! :party:



TCO mad a comment some time yesterday about how dramatic the US news was compared to others...makes me wonder...

Yes, he did comment it with me. Perhaps you should check the news from other places, such as Canada and the UK, to see if they are less dramatic?

[emmsma]

Oh I dream of the day I get the silent treatment! :)

He is awake, he is talking. If he is mad, he is talking loudly and rapidly.

[kaleanna]

Oh, by the way, Hi! Stormy, Emmsma, Yira and Kaleanna! :party:






Hiya Marina :D

[Stormdancer]

What, you are saying that people actually have LIVES?Not me :D

[emmsma]

I happen to live in one of those places that don't do Daylight Savings Time. :D

Lovely to see you still here, Marina. :D

[yirabeth]

Hehe, that was Joe...never shut up. Although he didn't have to be awake to be talking..he carried on a monologue while he slept. I'd go in to kiss him good night and tuck him in before I turned in...and often he'd include me in the discussion he was having...one time when he was about 9 he said, Good night puppy, I love you! I still tease him about it :) He doesn't remember...LOL

I can also remember bribing him for 5 minutes of silence. If you can say nothing for 5 minutes, I'll give you...(some treat or other) He'd laugh and say I can do that mommy! He couldn't....LOL Never made it past 3 minutes. But it was obvious he was trying SOOO HARD so I'd still give him something, if not the actual treat first mentioned LOL

[emmsma]

Mine won't try. :(

Right now, he is Darth Vader, humming the Imperial March while stomping around. I've tied a dark blue polar fleece blanket around him for a cape. He has a small make-shift light saber, as well.

He's a kook. :)

[PathWalker]

BBC coverage for me is here:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-12307698

not sure if that will work outside UK ?

x

[yirabeth]

Okay I have to ask -- Joe is kinda weird, according to his wife..when he's feeling close to me OR teasing me, he calls me mommy still. In normal moments he calls me mom, or if he's mad he calls me mother... But like when we start talking heart to heart, he'll say I love you mommy..and I believe he means it like from his HEART not from being a sissy or anything...and once he wanted me to bring him something from the store, and was just being silly and said pleeeaaaaseeee mommy! and I laughed and said sure..

Is it weird for him to call me mommy sometimes? Krystal rolls her eyes and thinks it's ridiculous....

[cardlady22]

All 3 of us still say mommy - especially when we are moved by emotions.

[Saturness]

BBC coverage for me is here:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-12307698

not sure if that will work outside UK ?

x

It works for me! It's actually how I've been checking the news. I like the BBC site :)

[yirabeth]

Yep works for me too. I like BBC for news...

I imagine he won't be calling me mommy for the duration of his stay where he is now...can you imagine that getting out among the tough people?? And they censor all his mail of course.... :bugeyed: I hope for his sake he doesn't! He doesn't need that sort of hassle.

[cardlady22]

Mine won't try. :(

Right now, he is Darth Vader, humming the Imperial March while stomping around. I've tied a dark blue polar fleece blanket around him for a cape. He has a small make-shift light saber, as well.

He's a kook. :)My son just laughed and said, "That kid's cute!"

[emmsma]

I think its totally normal. I'm not close with my mom, so she hasn't been mommy in a long time. She's mostly ma, or mom. When I'm playing I sometimes call her mamasan. :D

Dad is dad, papa or pop. or papasan.

[Stormdancer]

BBC coverage for me is here:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-12307698

not sure if that will work outside UK ?

xHowdy PW~~~ The link works...

[PathWalker]

Hiya Stormy et al.
I am here, just not very chatty I'm afraid. I hvae the cricket on audio, but the BBC newsupdates on the screen, trying to be hopeful.

Good to see everyone though :)

[Jesii]

Back from film with 34 pages to read tonight!!!!

[yirabeth]

I wasn't sure..not ever been close to my mom, and had no dad growing up. Although I don't call my stepfather daddy...but I do call him dad and it pleases us both... weird family huh :) I do notice it seems okay for a girl to call her parents mommy or daddy but not a boy...double standards :rolleyes:

As for my own kids, Jack is at that age where he's now 'growing up' and 'too adult' to do such things, a phase Joe went through as well so I consider it normal. Probably when he gets out in the world he'll REALLY grow up and be more childish? LOL My middle one has never called me other than "Mother" (really...even as a toddler he didn't call me mom or mommy. Although it was mudder before he learned to talk fully hehe) and makes no secret of the fact that he despises me so I doubt he will ever call me other than he does now...

I don't mind it, in its way it seems to be when he lets his "manly guard" down and just allows his emotions and inner thoughts to come out and I think that's good for him... except when he's teasing of course, and that just makes me laugh, because he's happy enough to tease :)

[Stormdancer]

!! WOW !! It got quiet...are we all listening to BBC?

[emmsma]

Just catching up on my stupid ranch game. My boy plays too, so I have to buy and send things to him for his ranch.

We are trying to think about Thai for lunch. This means showers and getting dressed and all. :P

Such effort for a day off. (I think I may be tired of days off.)

[jcwirish]

Good morning everyone. What's happening around here this morning?

[Stormdancer]

G'Morning Jo~~~ Emmsma has summed it up perfectly for me :D

This means showers and getting dressed and all. :P

Such effort for a day off.

[cardlady22]

!! WOW !! It got quiet...are we all listening to BBC?I'm buying stuff . . . ;)

And looking over iPod Touch comments/questions sites.

[Stormdancer]

I'm buying stuff . . . ;)Yeah...I saw that! :joke:

[cardlady22]

I love black and white decks!

[jcwirish]

Hiya Stormy, Emm and CL. I'm not sure if anyone else is still here.

Thanks for the BBC link. I like their coverage.

Everyone's busy today then? I'm meeting a friend in a couple of hours, but am pretty much free until then.

[Stormdancer]

Hiya Stormy, Emm and CL. I'm not sure if anyone else is still here.

Thanks for the BBC link. I like their coverage.

Everyone's busy today then? I'm meeting a friend in a couple of hours, but am pretty much free until then.Hey...did I see somewhere that Kirk had another interview? How is that process going?

[yirabeth]

I got busy looking for photo cropping software...I went and printed a bunch of pictures for Joe, assuming that they would be shrunk to fit on a piece of photo paper, with white space around it. Nope, it was cropped...usually cropping out heads etc...such a waste! Out of 40 photos, I got maybe 15 GOOD ones. UGGH. So I need to redo them by fitting them into a standard 4 x 6 area and having the white space be PART of the picture in some cases...

[Stormdancer]

I got busy looking for photo cropping software...I went and printed a bunch of pictures for Joe, assuming that they would be shrunk to fit on a piece of photo paper, with white space around it. Nope, it was cropped...usually cropping out heads etc...such a waste! Out of 40 photos, I got maybe 15 GOOD ones. UGGH. So I need to redo them by fitting them into a standard 4 x 6 area and having the white space be PART of the picture in some cases...:confused:...***wanders off ISO more coffee*** :laugh:

[jcwirish]

Hey...did I see somewhere that Kirk had another interview? How is that process going?

Yep, he had another interview yesterday morning, and apparently he'll have about three more before they make any decisions. They take a long time before they hire anyone, which is pretty annoying on our end, but at least he's still in the running.

[emmsma]

Hey Jo! We'll be going out for lunch, but its only 930, so I'll be sitting here for quite a bit.

Thinking about going in the room for tarot-time, since the boy is being a pill. I'm kind of overwhelmed, tarot-wise. SO many lovely decks deserving of my time. Hard to say, OK. Today its YOU.

Still need to finish my Cave Oracle translations.

My kitty loves the bag. Every morning, its off the computer desk. Either on the floor or in the chair.

Does Aulruna have kitties? (No cat hair on it, but he's definitely attracted.) No tassles or other cat-attractants on it. Funny.

[jcwirish]

I got busy looking for photo cropping software...I went and printed a bunch of pictures for Joe, assuming that they would be shrunk to fit on a piece of photo paper, with white space around it. Nope, it was cropped...usually cropping out heads etc...such a waste! Out of 40 photos, I got maybe 15 GOOD ones. UGGH. So I need to redo them by fitting them into a standard 4 x 6 area and having the white space be PART of the picture in some cases...

Hiya Yira!! That is pretty frustrating. Sorry about all that. How's Joe doing?

[yirabeth]

Well from what we have gotten (one letter) he's doing okay but says it's scary there...(yeah no duh kiddo, it was scary before you even GOT there!) He's in a 'reception center' where they do psych/medical/intelligence testing to decide where to place him. He'll be there 30-45 days, then he'll go where they decide he should be placed...from what I read, this may change often, or may not change at ALL depending on circumstances no one knows. Right now he's not allowed visitors or phone calls, although he can write -- once he actually can use the money I put on account for him to buy stamps and stuff. They gave him one stamp, one envelope, and that's it until 'store day' comes. Unfortunately he arrived there the day AFTER store day, and it comes once every 2 weeks. So we wait...and send him lots of letters (I've sent 3 so far, working on another, hence the photo issues)

So..re Kirk's interviews...does he have any idea on how many are interviewing at this point?

[Stormdancer]

My kitty loves the bag. Every morning, its off the computer desk. Either on the floor or in the chair.

Does Aulruna have kitties? (No cat hair on it, but he's definitely attracted.) No tassles or other cat-attractants on it. Funny.Birds???

[jcwirish]

Well from what we have gotten (one letter) he's doing okay but says it's scary there...(yeah no duh kiddo, it was scary before you even GOT there!) He's in a 'reception center' where they do psych/medical/intelligence testing to decide where to place him. He'll be there 30-45 days, then he'll go where they decide he should be placed...from what I read, this may change often, or may not change at ALL depending on circumstances no one knows. Right now he's not allowed visitors or phone calls, although he can write -- once he actually can use the money I put on account for him to buy stamps and stuff. They gave him one stamp, one envelope, and that's it until 'store day' comes. Unfortunately he arrived there the day AFTER store day, and it comes once every 2 weeks. So we wait...and send him lots of letters (I've sent 3 so far, working on another, hence the photo issues)

So..re Kirk's interviews...does he have any idea on how many are interviewing at this point?

Wow! This is a lot to absorb for all of you. Hope all goes as smoothly as possible.

No, Kirk really doesn't have any idea how many are being interviewed, but I'm assuming that many have been weeded out at this point.

We went to the movies with my dad yesterday. That was entertaining! We went to see Mars Needs Moms at the IMax theater, but my dad hates 3D movies, and most kid movies. He just did it for Ryan, but he really didn't enjoy any of it. He was trying to talk to the 15 year old kid at the popcorn counter about the good ol' days when he could go to the show for a nickel, and see a cartoon, the news, the B movie and the feature film. Then poor kid was just looking at me like he was in serious need of rescuing.

[yirabeth]

Aww, sorry your dad didn't enjoy it much..did Ryan notice? I hear you on the "good ol' days" stuff..my dad does that quite a bit, but it can be entertaining if I get him off on a tangent and he tells me about things he did when he was young. Of course, I'm not a cashier trying to make the sale and move on either LOL!

I hope Kirk is one of very few! I have my fingers crossed for you guys. It would just be so perfect for you all...like it's meant to be, fate!

[jcwirish]

Aww, sorry your dad didn't enjoy it much..did Ryan notice? I hear you on the "good ol' days" stuff..my dad does that quite a bit, but it can be entertaining if I get him off on a tangent and he tells me about things he did when he was young. Of course, I'm not a cashier trying to make the sale and move on either LOL!

I hope Kirk is one of very few! I have my fingers crossed for you guys. It would just be so perfect for you all...like it's meant to be, fate!

Oh, it was funny actually. No, Ryan had no idea. My dad is very entertaining, so my brother and I just laughed about it.

I agree about the job. It would be perfect to get the job here in CA. I so hope it works out that way. I want to believe that it will, because I really don't want to go back to Vegas now, but we'll do what we have to do.

[Jesii]

Right! Finished reading book (just a chapter of verses about God which are totally unrelated to my essay) so drinking tea before biginning a different essay! It's kind of planned, just need to come up with the ideas now! Who's about?

[emmsma]

Everyone went away! :(

[Stormdancer]

I was stinky...needed a shower :D

Now I'm hungry...

[Jesii]

except me :)

I'm fuguring how to write the into of my film essay (it's the easy, write-up-notes bit, tomorrow is the hard, come up with ideas bit!)

[emmsma]

Tried to hold out for thai - but finally broke down and had the last of the rice, beef and broccoli.

Contemplating tarot. I did go back to the room and look aorund. Overwhelmed. :P

I want them all. And I keep looking! Even now when I can't possibly need more.

[jcwirish]

I'm here too, but am putting on some makeup and doing my hair at the same time.

[emmsma]

Didja see? There's a set of Songs for the Journey Home decks up for sale.

And Waking the Wild Spirit, too. Good weekend for tarot shopping. For those with funds. :(

[Jesii]

Hi emmsma and Jo, i'm compelling myslef to do the essay into by 'If I write all this I can watch a Cary Grant film...' <very very fast writeing :laugh:

[emmsma]

Love Cary. Which film?

[Wendywu]

Oh my word - James is baking Shakira a birthday cake!! He's never made a cake in his life...... but, he has a recipe and himself is on standby for helpful hints if asked. James can cook, but just pasta and rice dishes, or eggs. This is a new venture :D

[Stormdancer]

I'm here too, but am putting on some makeup and doing my hair at the same time.Where are we going for lunch? It is a lunch thing, right? I'm hungry!

[Stormdancer]

Oh my word - James is baking Shakira a birthday cake!! He's never made a cake in his life...... but, he has a recipe and himself is on standby for helpful hints if asked. James can cook, but just pasta and rice dishes, or eggs. This is a new venture :DROTF...just picturing the Wu household with a fine dusting of flour:laugh:

[Wendywu]

Or cocoa powder - it turns out he's making a chocolate cake :). Great fun! I do love those kids :heart:

[jcwirish]

Oh my word - James is baking Shakira a birthday cake!! He's never made a cake in his life...... but, he has a recipe and himself is on standby for helpful hints if asked. James can cook, but just pasta and rice dishes, or eggs. This is a new venture :D

Aw, that's sweet. Is he planning to clean up the mess as well? :D

[jcwirish]

Where are we going for lunch? It is a lunch thing, right? I'm hungry!

I think this is just a bookstore and coffee sort of deal, but I will be meeting up with a different friend after, and that may involve lunch. I hope so anyway. :D

[Jesii]

Love Cary. Which film?
His Girl Friday!

[kaleanna]

I am back

[kaleanna]

Everyone went away! :(


Sorry hun, had to take lil one to daycare

[kaleanna]

Didja see? There's a set of Songs for the Journey Home decks up for sale.

And Waking the Wild Spirit, too. Good weekend for tarot shopping. For those with funds. :(
Waking the wild spirit is one on my wishlist but gotta be a good girl :/ one of these days though, I will get a waking the wild spirit deck

[emmsma]

I pm'ed for Wild Spirit. She said my offer was considerably less than she was hoping for, and that at that price, she'd keep it. :P

Didn't think it was a rude offer, but it wasn't near enough.

[yirabeth]

Brave of you to offer Emmsma! I'm always afraid I don't understand the value/couldn't afford it so never bother to even offer...curious what you offered too LOL

[kaleanna]

Brave of you to offer Emmsma! I'm always afraid I don't understand the value/couldn't afford it so never bother to even offer...curious what you offered too LOL


I too think it is brave of you to offer Emmsma. I too am always afraid to offer. I too am curious what you offered.

[emmsma]

I offered $45. Thought it was enough to start a dialog. I was wrong.

I've finally wrapped those Templar books for you, K. And the little camo bags too. SHould ship early next week.

[Jesii]

I've written the introduction! So I've done more than was on my list for day <angelic smile> But Cary Grant is calling me... and I haven't seen His Girl Friday!!!!

[emmsma]

Enjoy it Jesii!

[kaleanna]

I offered $45. Thought it was enough to start a dialog. I was wrong.

I've finally wrapped those Templar books for you, K. And the little camo bags too. SHould ship early next week.


Awesome emmsma, thankies :D

[Rhinemaiden]

The vampire came round - again - this morning. And left again after I explained again that I no longer want contact with her. Please, please let this be the last time I have to go through this.......

Particularly ironic because himself had arranged for her to phone me y/day evening at 7.00p.m. I was gobsmacked and not pleased with him. But she didn't phone ...... I don't suppose she connects her lack of courtesy with my not wishing contact!

Wendy, I have one word for you:

GARLIC

(lots of it, NOW, nailed to your front door! ;)

[Rhinemaiden]

I've written the introduction! So I've done more than was on my list for day <angelic smile> But Cary Grant is calling me... and I haven't seen His Girl Friday!!!!

OMG... are YOU in for a treat! You need lots of popcorn and a cozy chair and beverage of choice... wallow, wallow, wallow. Have you seen Holiday? Bringing Up Baby???

[kaleanna]

I offered $45. Thought it was enough to start a dialog. I was wrong.

I would think that the price you offered would of at least sparked a dialog. that is more than I could offer so just not my time to have a Waking the Wild spirit deck, but one of these days............... :laugh:

[emmsma]

Mail call!

I got in:

The last two books in the Comic History series. These were The Cartoon History of the Modern world: Columbus to the US Constitution and Bastille to Baghdad.

Tarobear order - Petit Etteilla and Tarot Maddonni (2 copies)

My Glasses! I like this backup pair, more than my first one. Its lighter and smaller.

:)

[Wendywu]

It turned into chocolate and banana cake and smells divine - it is cooking now. They cleaned up their own mess :bugeyed:. What he plans on using to sandwich the two sections together I don't know, but that's up to him. I think he's lovely :)

I hate it when people don't put a price in trading. I never offer because I'm always sure I won't offer enough and I don't want to offend....

[emmsma]

That cake sounds yummy!

[Wendywu]

Smells even yummier :D

[Rhinemaiden]

Hi emms...

YOU had a great mail call! new glasses so fast? great service


Hi Wendy...

Oh... that cake.... drool. droool... how the cushion coming???

---------------------

flea market finds - total spent $1.25

ceramic tile in a wooden frame 9" square... art on tile is a black bear on a white background (meant to be a cheeseboard? who knows, right now it's propped in my kitchen until it finds its proper home)

round metal container with jagged top edges - cylinder painted to look like overlapping upright watermelon slices -- it's oil drum art... most of it comes from Haiti

[Wendywu]

Cake is done - gotta cool and then he can sandwich the two halves together.


Cushion is cut out, leather needs to be cut tomorrow morning and I'll stitch it tomorrow afternoon. I'd like to be using it on Monday if possible. I don't think my poor bottom can take much more :laugh:. I got off the rower today and stripped for the shower - himself said it looked like someone had spanked my bottom for me!! I'm not too sure I liked the look in his eye when he said that ROFL

[emmsma]

That sounds like a fun shopping spree. Wish there were good flea markets around. Here, they are mostly junk. (As in, you should really be hauling this away to the dump, rather than asking folk to pay for it.) :P

My boys are looking content to stay home. :(

My son got in his last Kids National Geographic. Time to renew his subscription!

[Wendywu]

Today's flea market finds - total spent $1.25

ceramic tile in a wooden frame 9" square... art on tile is a black bear on a white background (meant to be a cheeseboard? who knows, right now it's propped in my kitchen until it finds its proper home)

round metal container with jagged top edges - cylinder painted to look like overlapping upright watermelon slices -- it's oil drum art... most of it comes from Haiti


Nice finds - well done! And such fun to go poking about in these places :)

[Rhinemaiden]

<<That sounds like a fun shopping spree. Wish there were good flea markets around. Here, they are mostly junk. (As in, you should really be hauling this away to the dump, rather than asking folk to pay for it.)>>

I live on a tropical island... we have zip in the way of shopping (Kmart, that's IT for "big box" stores) the flea market is a fun place to pop in, see what your neighbors have donated, and help a worthy cause, our local Animal Shelter... what we decide not to keep, gets re-donated, and bought by someone else... most of our stuff is probably junk, too, but when you don't have much to choose from it all looks like treasure ;)

Oh, poor Wendy's bum... a cushion is definitely in order! My kayak has a molded plastic seat which is comfortable... and a detachable foam filled back rest... but then I'm not as hard at it as you are on the rower... I really admire your fortitude! :D

[PathWalker]

I hate it when people don't put a price in trading. I never offer because I'm always sure I won't offer enough and I don't want to offend....
It's greed on their part - they know the minimum they'll settle for - coz they know to refuse your offer if it's under what they want. But they won't say their minimum, in case they can get someone who'll offer more and they'll make a bit of a killing :(

I don't like it either, I never ask for offers when I sell. If I don't know what somethings worth, and can't find it online to check, I ask someone whose got more knowledge than me.

Oh, rant over now, sorry LOL

[Wendywu]

It's greed on their part - they know the minimum they'll settle for - coz they know to refuse your offer if it's under what they want. But they won't say their minimum, in case they can get someone who'll offer more and they'll make a bit of a killing :(

I don't like it either, I never ask for offers when I sell. If I don't know what somethings worth, and can't find it online to check, I ask someone whose got more knowledge than me.

Oh, rant over now, sorry LOL


I totally agree. If I don't know what to ask - I check up online, or ask friends ..... it's not that hard!

But like you - /rant

[PathWalker]

I live on a tropical island...
I'm not being funny, but I thought you lived in Germany, in the Rhine valley? I know there could be islands in the river, but it sure ain't tropical LOL

[Wendywu]

I'm not being funny, but I thought you lived in Germany, in the Rhine valley? I know there could be islands in the river, but it sure ain't tropical LOL


I feel like some sort of PathWalker Echo effect here .... but yeah, I thought this too .....

[kaleanna]

who can tell me about the medicine woman deck?

[Rhinemaiden]

I'm not being funny, but I thought you lived in Germany, in the Rhine valley? I know there could be islands in the river, but it sure ain't tropical LOL

I'm an opera buff... and adore the Ring Cycle... perhaps it's my fantasy to be one of the nixies guarding the gold on a rock in the Rhine :) ... but truth be told, I live on a tropical island... don't tell TCO! One of our leading exports is his favorite tipple ;)

[PathWalker]

Not me - but I'm sure I remember someone here has it ?

[Wendywu]

I can :). Very gentle, female centred. Native American themed, but applicable to any life really. Lovely deck. There's a separately available book - I bought deck and book at different times. I found the book helpful because the deck deals with such a different culture from any I have experience of. But lovely, gentle, warm deck :)

[PathWalker]

I'm an opera buff... and adore the Ring Cycle... perhaps it's my fantasy to be one of the nixies guarding the gold on a rock in the Rhine :) ... but truth be told, I live on a tropical island... don't tell TCO! One of our leading exports is his favorite tipple ;)
Wow!
I won't say a word :)
I just honestly thought you were in Europe :)

[emmsma]

See, I had no idea where you lived. I always wonder, when folk don't list a "real" location for where they are.

[Wendywu]

I figure you guys all know I'm English - who else needs to know???

[yirabeth]

It's greed on their part - they know the minimum they'll settle for - coz they know to refuse your offer if it's under what they want. But they won't say their minimum, in case they can get someone who'll offer more and they'll make a bit of a killing :(

I don't like it either, I never ask for offers when I sell. If I don't know what somethings worth, and can't find it online to check, I ask someone whose got more knowledge than me.

Oh, rant over now, sorry LOL

Me too me too...LOL If I end up having to sell, it'll take some research first. (trying to desensitize myself to the prospect, like if I expect it and talk about it enough it won't matter so much -- not working yet lol)

Wendy, great enabling..I refuse to go look at it and add another deck to my wish list at this time! LOL

[Rhinemaiden]

Wow!
I won't say a word :)
I just honestly thought you were in Europe :)

I HAVE been in Europe... but alas, only as a visitor! :(

Now you know... and I promise not natter on about warm temps when you all are shivering! :D

[PathWalker]

I live a couple of miles from here

http://www.picturesofengland.com/England/Worcestershire/Upton_upon_Severn/pictures/1006322


:)

[Wendywu]

Wendy, great enabling..I refuse to go look at it and add another deck to my wish list at this time! LOL


Ooops - sorry Yira :D

[kaleanna]

I can :). Very gentle, female centred. Native American themed, but applicable to any life really. Lovely deck. There's a separately available book - I bought deck and book at different times. I found the book helpful because the deck deals with such a different culture from any I have experience of. But lovely, gentle, warm deck :)


Thanks Wendy for the description. can you tell me what the cardstock is like on it,please?

[Wendywu]

I spend a lot of time in here:-

[kaleanna]

I spend a lot of time in here:-


Just lovely Wendy, can see why you spend alot of time in that room.

[Wendywu]

Thanks Wendy for the description. can you tell me what the cardstock is like on it,please?


Not over laminated, but not plain card. I don't riffle shuffle and it's fine for hand-over-hand. But because I don't riffle, cards don't damage at all - they don't get bent or anything else. If you riffle, then I don't know what that shuffle would do to them.....

They're a nice card stock - nothing special, but nothing wrong with them :)

[yirabeth]

Lovely pictures Wendy! And, PW..I've been there! hehe

[Rhinemaiden]

I live a couple of miles from here

http://www.picturesofengland.com/England/Worcestershire/Upton_upon_Severn/pictures/1006322


:)

Oh PW.... how lovely! That looks like Downton Abbey country! (I'm watching that series now and adoring it)

I've spent many happy holidays in England and hope to get back eventually. Last Christmas I treated myself to a box of British food products and stored the box until the holidays in a Covent Garden Christmas shopping bag I've hoarded for years.

[PathWalker]

I really can imagine it - a wild, tarot-woman party at Avebury :)

[Wendywu]

And finally - my tarot shelves as they are now, not two years ago!!

[kaleanna]

And finally - my tarot shelves as they are now, not two years ago!!
awesome wendy :D

[Rhinemaiden]

And finally - my tarot shelves as they are now, not two years ago!!

I love your room! Do the shelves look fuller than two years ago, hmmmm??? ;) Where is the fireplace? On the wall opposite the pictures???

[PathWalker]

Don't other people's tarot shelves make your fingers itch - in a good way - to look at all the decks you've never seen before ?
:)

[Rhinemaiden]

I really can imagine it - a wild, tarot-woman party at Avebury :)

Is that the stone site you posted a pic of couple of days ago? Oh, I wanted to BE there! It looks SO peaceful.

[Wendywu]

Yes, the wall with the pictures is opposite the fire place. The tarot shelves are the same wall as the door, and there are two bookshelves - one has my own folders and the other has books I've bought.

The difference between the shelves is about 25 decks more now, and a great deal less organised ......

[Rhinemaiden]

Don't other people's tarot shelves make your fingers itch - in a good way - to look at all the decks you've never seen before ?
:)

maybe Wendy will give us visitor passes to view her collection! (and maybe I'll fly to the moon on gossamer wings)

[PathWalker]

Yes it is - it is a wonderful place, not far from Stonehenge, but a place that for me at least, has a much stronger resonance.
Stonehenge is scoured clean for me, has little atmosphere left, I find it hard to pick up anything there. But Avebury is very different (for me). A much more spirit-filled place.

[Rhinemaiden]

Yes, the wall with the pictures is opposite the fire place. The tarot shelves are the same wall as the door, and there are two bookshelves - one has my own folders and the other has books I've bought.

The difference between the shelves is about 25 decks more now, and a great deal less organised ......

putting the tags on the bags was inspired! Love that room... and the comfy cushions and low table...

[Jesii]

That was a great film, loved it!

[Rhinemaiden]

Yes it is - it is a wonderful place, not far from Stonehenge, but a place that for me at least, has a much stronger resonance.
Stonehenge is scoured clean for me, has little atmosphere left, I find it hard to pick up anything there. But Avebury is very different (for me). A much more spirit-filled place.

Avebury it is! When is our tarot woman festival?? :D

[Rhinemaiden]

That was a great film, loved it!

GREAT! Now back to my earlier query... have you seen Holiday? Bringing Up Baby???

[Wendywu]

putting the tags on the bags was inspired! Love that room... and the comfy cushions and low table...


Rodney put up a pic of his decks once, and I saw the tags he used and thought it was a great idea......


I love the low table because himself made it for me, with great care and love, and it is tailored to be the right height for me to write on if I am sitting down crosslegged on the rugs :)

[yirabeth]

Don't other people's tarot shelves make your fingers itch - in a good way - to look at all the decks you've never seen before ?
:)

Oh most definitely...

I feel my collection is puny when I start seeing others' collections LOL. That's okay..I'm a babe as of yet..give me time! LOL

[PathWalker]

Avebury it is! When is our tarot woman festival?? :D
Well, we could choose a pagan festival date, or next year's International Women's day?
Sometime in summer would be good, a BIT more likely to be warm and dry LOL

[Jesii]

GREAT! Now back to my earlier query... have you seen Holiday? Bringing Up Baby???
Bringing Up Baby - yes!!!!
Holiday - nope - is it good?

My favourite thing with him in is (so far) The Philidelphia Story, with him and Hepburn and Stewart - three of my favourite actors in a single film! I'm a lover of old moves, 1935 to early 60's :)

Sorry I didn't see your earlier message!

[Wendywu]

Oddly, I hardly ever buy a deck these days. I have a few on my wishlist but I'm happy enough with the decks I have not to really want others. That might change of course :D

I did buy the Pagan Cats because they're actually like real cats and I appreciate that. And I've got Wildwood on pre-order because I like Will Worthington's art.



There has just been a fantastic Jon Bon Jovi concert on TV. I love that man and his band!

[Jesii]

Well, we could choose a pagan festival date, or next year's International Women's day?
Sometime in summer would be good, a BIT more likely to be warm and dry LOL
And holiday time... so us (me) uni students can join?? :laugh:

Hi Mum

[Wendywu]

Ooooh - I am coming too please!!!

[Jesii]

There has just been a fantastic Jon Bon Jovi concert on TV. I love that man and his band!
It's a times like this I want a TV! Where and when were they playing? I adore him, as a band or solo :D

[yirabeth]

I wish I could say the same...LOL I'm such a greedy puppy...I want them ALL....*sigh*

That said, the only one I have planned in the near future is the Wildwood in June :) With luck I'll have things straightened around enough to splurge on one for my birthday! (gotta be some consolation for getting old..ROFL)

[Wendywu]

It's a times like this I want a TV! Where and when were they playing? I adore him, as a band or solo :D


It's just finishing hon - and it's on some weird station called Bio - himself found it. He trawls the tv stations for rock concerts in the evenings :)

[PathWalker]

Hi Babe! :)

I have 21 decks on my wish-list. 7 are still avalaible, 6 are avaliable possibly if you have mega-bugs, and 6 are impossible to get, but I want them anyway LOL (nearly all of them are round/ovel, I'm working on a complete set :) )

So I hope to have 7 of them, but not sure I'll get any of the others. Would have to have those 7 before adding any more I think.

[Wendywu]

It's a times like this I want a TV! Where and when were they playing? I adore him, as a band or solo :D


You got his stuff - if not, can I send you some?

[Jesii]

It's just finishing hon - and it's on some weird station called Bio - himself found it. He trawls the tv stations for rock concerts in the evenings :)
Ah right! Well, I hope you enjoyed it!!!

[Jesii]

You got his stuff - if not, can I send you some?
I only have the Crossroads complilation... if you could, it would be amazing! I just hate using YouTube for music, hate having to change the song all the time!

[Wendywu]

I only have the Crossroads complilation... if you could, it would be amazing! I just hate using YouTube for music, hate having to change the song all the time!


OK - I'll burn a couple of CD's tomorrow and post 'em up :). No-one should be without a good selection of Bon Jovi music!!

Umm - make that four or five ....

[Jesii]

OK - I'll burn a couple of CD's tomorrow and post 'em up :). No-one should be without a good selection of Bon Jovi music!!
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! He is one of my four pick-me-up artists! Bad day, I stick on eithe Bon Jovi, Springsteen, 30 Seconds to Mars or Goo Goo Dolls (who are american indie rock, despite the fact they sound like a cringy girl band!)

[Rhinemaiden]

Bringing Up Baby - yes!!!!
Holiday - nope - is it good?

My favourite thing with him in is (so far) The Philidelphia Story, with him and Hepburn and Stewart - three of my favourite actors in a single film! I'm a lover of old moves, 1935 to early 60's :)

Sorry I didn't see your earlier message!

And Ruth Hussey in Philadelphia Story... she has some of the best lines: "where's my wandering parakeet?"

Holiday... Cary and Kate together again... with other greats, but Cary, Kate steal the show. It's a must-see!

[emmsma]

I love your pics, Wendy. Looks like a wonderful place to spend time.

I do get itchy to handle new things when I see your pics. I also itch to EXPAND! I want more space for my lovelies.

Hmm. My wishlist is "officially" only 10 decks long. I'm very susceptible to sudden purchasing whims. :)

Oh, I also have Wildwood on pre-order, and have received an email that the Wizard Tarot is available, but I don't even remember what they look like.

[Wendywu]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! He is one of my four pick-me-up artists! Bad day, I stick on eithe Bon Jovi, Springsteen, 30 Seconds to Mars or Goo Goo Dolls (who are american indie rock, despite the fact they sound like a cringy girl band!)



I am having Bon Jovi's "It's my Life" at my funeral. I have told himself this :D

Umm - not that I'm planning on this event for a good few years yet!!!!

[Wendywu]

Oh, I also have Wildwood on pre-order, and have received an email that the Wizard Tarot is available, but I don't even remember what they look like.


What's the Wizard Tarot? I have managed to miss it completely :rolleyes:

[Jesii]

And Ruth Hussey in Philadelphia Story... she has some of the best lines: "where's my wandering parakeet?"

Holiday... Cary and Kate together again... with other greats, but Cary, Kate steal the show. It's a must-see!
I'll be looking it up pretty soon! I love old movies, I'm pretty much the only person of my generation who deosn't find them boring! Anything, from Western to stuff like 'His Girl Friday', and anything with Hepburn :party: that woman rocks! Who else wheres her gardening clothes to award Oscars!!!?!!!

[Wendywu]

Her partnership with Spencer Tracey was legendary. Their private life was tumultuous, but together they absolutely shone on screen....

My mum was a movie freak, and I saw so many of the old Hollywood greats. Barbara Stanwyck was hugely underrated and so very good! Oh and Bogart, I loved Bogart! Treasure of the Sierra Madre was an all time masterpiece. And so was The Caine Mutiny. Incredible film!!

[Jesii]

I am having Bon Jovi's "It's my Life" at my funeral. I have told himself this :D

Umm - not that I'm planning on this event for a good few years yet!!!!
If I come, am I allowed to sing along... :laugh: Nah, don't plan, but be prepared!

It is an amazing track! There was a 30 day song thing on facebook, where you pick songs from different days, like favourite song, most hated song, song at your wedding etc. Guilty Pleasure = Dancing with The Queen of New Orleans :laugh: :party:

[PathWalker]

What's the Wizard Tarot? I have managed to miss it completely :rolleyes:
The "something that sounds a bit like Hogwarts" Academy, book by Corrine Kenner if I remember, computer generated, a bit of a rip-off really.

Oh, and not my thing, in case you hadn't guessed LOL

There was trailer vidoe for it on TArot Garden pre-order page but don't know if it's still there....

ETA - trailer is gone, this is the blurb

Wizards Tarot
Designer(s)/Illustrator(s): Corrine Kenner, John Blumen
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
Status: Now accepting preorders

Welcome to the Mandrake Academy -- School of Magic and Mystery! This enchanted and enchanting deck, designed by the author of Tarot for Romance and Tarot for Writers, will sweep you away into an imaginative world where you are the student, and tarot is the teacher. Beautiful artwork by John Blumen brings a colorful cast of instructors to life, making this not just a deck of cards, but an epic adventure!

[Rhinemaiden]

I'll be looking it up pretty soon! I love old movies, I'm pretty much the only person of my generation who deosn't find them boring! Anything, from Western to stuff like 'His Girl Friday', and anything with Hepburn :party: that woman rocks! Who else wheres her gardening clothes to award Oscars!!!?!!!

Kate movies I like: (that we haven't mentioned yet)

Adam's Rib (with Spencer Tracy)
Desk Set (again with Spencer)

have you seen them?

[Wendywu]

Oh yeah - printed songsheets and everything :D:D


My guilty secret song - Status Quo's All Around My Hat...... I love it and it makes me grin while I sing. And Mike Oldfield's piece In Dulce Jubile - I used to practice one particular fast kata to that :D (Kata = series of set moves in karate - kind of like athletic dance with severe attitude!)

[Jesii]

Her partnership with Spencer Tracey was legendary. Their private life was tumultuous, but together they absolutely shone on screen....

My mum was a movie freak, and I saw so many of the old Hollywood greats. Barbara Stanwyck was hugely underrated and so very good! Oh and Bogart, I loved Bogart! Treasure of the Sierra Madre was an all time masterpiece. And so was The Caine Mutiny. Incredible film!!
Yes, yep, yep....

Oh Bogart I adore. People are like 'but he's old and so stotic', and it's like yeah, and...? Thats his brillance! He was the last of his class, and the greatest!

I haven't seen anything with Hepburn + Tracy, just a few odd clips, but they seem to shine together somehow!

Personally, I love Rita Hayworth, she is my personal favourite for Gilda, but old movies are the best!

[kaleanna]

Gotta go to work. Have a great day/evening everyone.


((((((((((((AT family)))))))))))))

[Wendywu]

The "something that sounds a bit like Hogwarts" Academy, book by Corrine Kenner if I remember, computer generated, a bit of a rip-off really.

Oh, and not my thing, in case you hadn't guessed LOL




Doing the echo, echo, echo thing .....

Thanks :). The wallet is saved again!

[Rhinemaiden]

Her partnership with Spencer Tracey was legendary. Their private life was tumultuous, but together they absolutely shone on screen....

My mum was a movie freak, and I saw so many of the old Hollywood greats. Barbara Stanwyck was hugely underrated and so very good! Oh and Bogart, I loved Bogart! Treasure of the Sierra Madre was an all time masterpiece. And so was The Caine Mutiny. Incredible film!!

Oh, Barbara Stanwyck! Yes, yes, yes! Double Indemity, and my fave xmas movie, Christmas in Connecticut. Bogart... Casablanca still does it for me! "Round up the usual suspects."

[Jesii]

Kate movies I like: (that we haven't mentioned yet)

Adam's Rib (with Spencer Tracy)
Desk Set (again with Spencer)

have you seen them?
Nope, but they are now on the 'to watch' list!

[Wendywu]

Spencer Tracy was married, but he had a lifetime's affaire with Katharine Hepburn who adored him. I think his wife was a Catholic and wouldn't divorce him..... But what we see on screen is a reflection of what they shared in private :)

[Jesii]

Oh, Barbara Stanwyck! Yes, yes, yes! Double Indemity, and my fave xmas movie, Christmas in Connecticut. Bogart... Casablanca still does it for me! "Round up the usual suspects."
That scene in Doulbe Indemnity where she drops the lipstick and it's all looks..... that was my introduction to Noir films, and I've been hooked ever since!

"Play it Sam, if she can stand to hear it so can I..." <sobs>

[Jesii]

Spencer Tracy was married, but he had a lifetime's affaire with Katharine Hepburn who adored him. I think his wife was a Catholic and wouldn't divorce him..... But what we see on screen is a reflection of what they shared in private :)
Oh right! i always wondered... their names are always linked. Tragic :(

[Wendywu]

Anyone else love Harvey? The original, with James Stewart? I loved that movie :)

[PathWalker]

Well, I hate to leave, but other things call - like a nice long bath, so going now :(

Have a good 1/3 wherever you are, and I'll be back...

[Rhinemaiden]

Gotta go to work. Have a great day/evening everyone.


((((((((((((AT family)))))))))))))



byeeeeeeeee... don't work too hard, play nice with the other kids, and come right home after work! We'll miss you!!! And look both ways when you cross the street... ;)

[Wendywu]

Bye PW - have a lovely tub. I just had a shower today, but will have a bubble bath tomorrow :)

[Jesii]

Bye Mum and Kale :)

[emmsma]

What's the Wizard Tarot? I have managed to miss it completely :rolleyes:

http://wizardstarot.com/gallery2.htm

[Jesii]

Anyone else love Harvey? The original, with James Stewart? I loved that movie :)
Just seen it has a 6 foot imaginary rabbit! Looks like a pre-cursor to 'Donnie Darko'... need to see it now :laugh: anything with Rabiits!

[Wendywu]

Bye Kale - have a good shift :)

[Rhinemaiden]

Anyone else love Harvey? The original, with James Stewart? I loved that movie :)

Oh, me too!!!!! But my absolute favorite James Stewart movie is, hands down no contenders... REAR WINDOW! Grace Kelly, Thelma Ritter, Alfred Hitchcock directing. I LOVE THAT MOVIE! I watch every time it's on telly and I have it on DVD. :)

[Jesii]

Oh, me too!!!!! But my absolute favorite James Stewart movie is, hands down no contenders... REAR WINDOW! Grace Kelly, Thelma Ritter, Alfred Hitchcock directing. I LOVE THAT MOVIE! I watch every time it's on telly and I have it on DVD. :)
It blew my mind! Completely! I could get into all the cinema's-self-reflectiveness in it, but my god it's amazing! (this is turning into a list of my favourite movies LOL)

[Wendywu]

Yep - James Stewart was an incredible actor. Loved such a lot of his stuff :).


And, with a smile on my face - I go.... himself seems to think he has some sort of claim on my company :bugeyed: :heart:

[Jesii]

Yep - James Stewart was an incredible actor. Loved such a lot of his stuff :).


And, with a smile on my face - I go.... himself seems to think he has some sort of claim on my company :bugeyed: :heart:
Bye Wendy... I'm off to dream about good 'ld movies stars.... night all :)

[Shalyn]

Hmm. Wizard's Tarot does sound rip-offy, but now I want to see this Tarot for Writers...

[Rhinemaiden]

'night all... sweet dreams!

[emmsma]

I'm bad with titles but I do love all the great old films.

Have a good evening, Wendy!

Looked at the scans. Gimmicky knock off or not, I dont need the Wizards Tarot. :)

[Mellaenn]

OK, I'm back from my running around. Got the house cleaned and some errands, then a friend was having an open house for her new office - she is a licensed mental health counselor and she and another lady just opened up a new office.

It was great because my friend is totally into all of the same things I'm into; tarot and reiki and massage therapy, so lots of our buddies in what I sometimes privately call "the woo-woo world" were there (but I don't mean that in a derogative way).

Anyway, think I'll just sit around and chill for the night. Hubs is working a double today, so it's just me and Daisy D. Dog. :)

What's shaking? Anybody about?

[emmsma]

Just fresh from the shower. Hair is fresh and clean.

We stayed too long to do thai. :(

[Shalyn]

I just did my COS, using the Oracle Tarot. Nice Tarot, I like it. Easy to read.

[Mellaenn]

Off to check out Oracle Tarot...

[Mellaenn]

Oh!!! Lucy Cavendish - I like her art. No courts in the Oracle? Do you miss them?

[emmsma]

Oracle Tarot is a fun and uplifting kinda deck. Was fun, though overlarge for me.

I just caught sight of the Diary thread. She's not coming out with a new edition after all. :(

[Shalyn]

Oh!!! Lucy Cavendish - I like her art. No courts in the Oracle? Do you miss them?


Actually, NO! I do not like the court cards - for some reason I have a hard time reading them.

[NorthernTigress]

Have you ever had something happen to you that was really cool and kind of scary at the same time? I did, today.

I was walking to the bus stop this morning, when I saw a magpie flying right at my face, before suddenly changing altitude and flying over my head. The message seemed to be "you've been looking for me? Here I am!"

Soooo.... I think that after my etsy parcel arrives in the mail, I'm going to stop looking for magpie items.

[emmsma]

Thats very cool, NT!

[Mellaenn]

NT, that is really cool...

[NorthernTigress]

It was cool. I got a close look at a very white chest and a very black head. The scary part was, I also saw a very sharp beak!

[yirabeth]

NT, maybe they're just trying to let you know they're with you. You can rely on them...something like that :) Now that you've noticed them, they may stop 'dive-bombing' you and just show themselves to you in a less intrusive/scary way...

Been there on the whole dive-bombing thing. Had a Raven fly straight at me as I was driving down the road. I could see it's eyes and the outlines of its feathers as I slammed on the brakes to prevent hitting it...it swooped up and missed me totally. Complete control, I just wasn't sure it had that..hehe Then of course was the HUGE flocks of them (and, usually adult ravens don't hang out in flocks, but in family units) visiting me at school. All screaming loudly, you couldn't talk normally to anyone you were walking with...people commenting and gasping in amazement... Yep, I noticed you guys...I really DID...hehe

Now that I've noticed them, they don't do those really ODD things any more, but most times I'm out and about I will see a Raven or 3 playing/standing/watching me from nearby. Just letting me know they're there, it comforts me.

I even had a red Fox show himself week before last, when I was having such troubles dealing with Joe's issues, and crying on my way home...made me smile.

Yep, I like having totems around... :)

[linnie]

NT, maybe they're just trying to let you know they're with you. You can rely on them...something like that :) Now that you've noticed them, they may stop 'dive-bombing' you and just show themselves to you in a less intrusive/scary way...

Been there on the whole dive-bombing thing. Had a Raven fly straight at me as I was driving down the road. I could see it's eyes and the outlines of its feathers as I slammed on the brakes to prevent hitting it...it swooped up and missed me totally. Complete control, I just wasn't sure it had that..hehe Then of course was the HUGE flocks of them (and, usually adult ravens don't hang out in flocks, but in family units) visiting me at school. All screaming loudly, you couldn't talk normally to anyone you were walking with...people commenting and gasping in amazement... Yep, I noticed you guys...I really DID...hehe

Now that I've noticed them, they don't do those really ODD things any more, but most times I'm out and about I will see a Raven or 3 playing/standing/watching me from nearby. Just letting me know they're there, it comforts me.

I even had a red Fox show himself week before last, when I was having such troubles dealing with Joe's issues, and crying on my way home...made me smile.

Yep, I like having totems around... :)
I'm glad you have your totems around you, Yira... close enough that they offer you strength... that's beautiful. Glad for you, too, NT... I've had many close calls with poisonous but timid and gentle black snakes... we see each other and back off, giving each other space... Sadly, the cane toad has wreaked havoc on our black snake friends, and I miss seeing them so often. When I first discovered owl, I saw them a lot, now less often, but I hear them in the distance, and always smile :)

[Stormdancer]

Sushi is the BEST-EST food EVER...yupyupYUP :D

Hiya~~~

[BlueDragonfly]

Hi Huneyz, I'm Home! contemplating what to have for dinner that requires little time/cooking......

[Stormdancer]

Hi Huneyz, I'm Home! contemplating what to have for dinner that requires little time/cooking......
BACON!!! :D

Welcome home~~~

[yirabeth]

Jack and I had BACON!!! Blast Pizza... (canadian bacon and american bacon)

[yirabeth]

And welcome home Stormy and Blue! And G'morning Linnie!

[BlueDragonfly]

Hmm...I have bacon, but warming up some hotdogs and beans would be quicker and easier! Yep, that's it! Beans and weiners! :D

[Mellaenn]

Hey, all, in and out as usual..surfing junk TV. I had leftover Italian (eggplant parm to be exact) and an organic chocolate bar with almonds. Yum!

[Stormdancer]

Jack and I had BACON!!! Blast Pizza... (canadian bacon and american bacon)Humph...never had American bacon on a pizza...that's a MUST TRY kinda thing...

[cardlady22]

You just won't believe this . . . . back from shopping . . . .

The boy got Pokemon Black and has chosen the fire pig Starter. Its name is Bacon. He laughed himself silly. Also got one of those Paper Jamz guitars that plays What I Like About You, Two Princes, & It's the End Of The World As We Know It.

I got the 32GB iPod Touch 4th Gen; and snagged a 32GB 3rd Gen for DD. They are cozied up and charging as I type. But we forgot the screen protectors. :P

[emmsma]

Jack and I had BACON!!! Blast Pizza... (canadian bacon and american bacon)

I had that a few days ago. Ymmers.

Hows everybody?

[Stormdancer]

Hey, all, in and out as usual..surfing junk TV. LOL @ "junk tv"...I'm looking forward to COPS in 20 minutes. That is just pathetic :D

[Mellaenn]

I got the 32GB iPod Touch 4th Gen; and snagged a 32GB 3rd Gen for DD. They are cozied up and charging as I type. But we forgot the screen protectors. :P
Excellent choice! I thought you were really leaning toward this...

[emmsma]

Congrats on your purchases, CardLady.

[Mellaenn]

LOL @ "junk tv"...I'm looking forward to COPS in 20 minutes. That is just pathetic :D
I'm watching an old Crocodile Dundee flick.

[Stormdancer]

I'm watching an old Crocodile Dundee flick.That sounds SO much better. I'm bummed. My PBS is running their donation programming...I haven't seen my usual for 2 weekends now :( I iz sad...

[yirabeth]

Humph...never had American bacon on a pizza...that's a MUST TRY kinda thing...

Seriously?? Oh girl...you are deprived :( I think you should have one tomorrow!! I think Pizza Hut puts bacon on their meat lover's pizza..not gonna swear to that though, it's been eons since I've eaten at pizza hut...Jack likes to get the mini pizzas from Subway, and he gets pepperoni and bacon...

Or, what we had tonight. the Great Value Bacon Blast pizza from Walmart...LOL

[BlueDragonfly]

Jack and I had BACON!!! Blast Pizza... (canadian bacon and american bacon)
I've got a Chicken, Bacon, Ranch pizza for tomorrow!

And the baked beans have 2 pieces of bacon that I've seen so far!

[yirabeth]

Yep, just looked it up online. Pizza Hut's Meat Lovers -- Piled high with Pepperoni, Ham, Beef, Pork Sausage, Italian Sausage, and Bacon (A bit heavy on sausage if you ask me...LOL I'm not that fond of sausage)

[yirabeth]

Hehe, I have one in the freezer Blue :) It's my FAVORITE..but Jack chose the Bacon Blast for tonight. I prefer the no-tomato-sauce-ness of the Chicken Bacon and Ranch...LOL I like to add fresh broccoli to the top, and more cheese too. YUMMMM

[BlueDragonfly]

Yep, just looked it up online. Pizza Hut's Meat Lovers -- Piled high with Pepperoni, Ham, Beef, Pork Sausage, Italian Sausage, and Bacon (A bit heavy on sausage if you ask me...LOL I'm not that fond of sausage)
Couldn't you just get a Meat Lover's minus one of the sausages?

[BlueDragonfly]

Hehe, I have one in the freezer Blue :) It's my FAVORITE..but Jack chose the Bacon Blast for tonight. I prefer the no-tomato-sauce-ness of the Chicken Bacon and Ranch...LOL I like to add fresh broccoli to the top, and more cheese too. YUMMMM
Well, the extra cheese goes without saying! It's one of my favorite pizzas, too!

[yirabeth]

Well..yeah...but I don't tend to get pizza hut ROFL! But yeah it would be doable I would think...they don't get whiny about special orders right?

[BlueDragonfly]

Well..yeah...but I don't tend to get pizza hut ROFL! But yeah it would be doable I would think...they don't get whiny about special orders right?
*shrugs shoulders* I don't know, I don't order from there either. :laugh:

[Stormdancer]

um...Wal Mart....Pizza....Might need to check this out.

[BlueDragonfly]

um...Wal Mart....Pizza....Might need to check this out.
It's pretty good. Rising crust and adding extra cheese makes it a good bargain!

[yirabeth]

And broccoli. Broccoli is really GOOD on pizza! Only fresh though. Blechh frozen. LOL

I think the browning under the broiler just adds a really yummy flavor to the broccoli...

[NorthernTigress]

I think that most of what I watch could qualify as "junk tv". I'm not too proud.

I just finished the last portion of Everything Soup, so I will be satisfied for a while. On the other hand, I'm going to have to dig up something to drink pretty soon.

[Lutestring]

hello, just dropped in to say hi, but now running away from all that bacon :)

[BlueDragonfly]

hello, just dropped in to say hi, but now running away from all that bacon :)
NO, no don't run, we'll change the subject, mostly......:D

Hi Lute!

[Lutestring]

I've been catching up, when are we having the wild woman tarot festival at Avebury? wanna go to that :D There's a really nice vegie restaurant at Avebury too (or there was when I went there, fifteen years ago), no bacon :)

[NorthernTigress]

Giggle, Lute.

This reminds me of one of the "station identification" ads for the radio station I listen to at work.

"We're like audio bacon. Or, if you're vegetarian, like audio tofu-bacon".

[Stormdancer]

Giggle, Lute.

This reminds me of one of the "station identification" ads for the radio station I listen to at work.

"We're like audio bacon. Or, if you're vegetarian, like audio tofu-bacon".
OK...NO bacon...Age Dashi is YUMMERS :angel:

[Lutestring]

OK...NO bacon...Age Dashi is YUMMERS :angel:
oh it is, yes. I always have that when I go to a Japanese restaurant, unfortunately i don't do that very often.

[Mellaenn]

I've been catching up, when are we having the wild woman tarot festival at Avebury? wanna go to that :D There's a really nice vegie restaurant at Avebury too (or there was when I went there, fifteen years ago), no bacon :)
Avebury! I was there on my honeymoon trip to the UK - that was 21 years ago now (St Patty's is our wedding anniversary!) Loved it...

What's this about a wild woman tarot festival? I've missed some posts...

[Lutestring]

Avebury! I was there on my honeymoon trip to the UK - that was 21 years ago now (St Patty's is our wedding anniversary!) Loved it...

What's this about a wild woman tarot festival? I've missed some posts...
unfortunately only hypothetical, but doesn't it sound fabulous? :D I think I skipped a few posts in my quick skimming, but i caught that one, not sure how far back. It was Rhinemaiden's idea, I think, and Pathwalker?

[Stormdancer]

unfortunately only hypothetical, but doesn't it sound fabulous? :D I think I skipped a few posts in my quick skimming, but i caught that one, not sure how far back. It was Rhinemaiden's idea, I think, and Pathwalker?
YUP...that sounds right, but I'm not going back to check.

[BlueDragonfly]

unfortunately only hypothetical, but doesn't it sound fabulous? :D I think I skipped a few posts in my quick skimming, but i caught that one, not sure how far back. It was Rhinemaiden's idea, I think, and Pathwalker?
I'd love to go there!

[Stormdancer]

Is it just me or are we all on some kind of 10-15 min delay thing???

[yirabeth]

I'm sorry Stormy, I'm kinda going from here to homework and back...if I could get my A$$ motivated earlier in the day I wouldn't have to work this late :rolleyes: but I've been this side of comatose for the past month probably. Means I have to work late, and that's DUMB....

[Lutestring]

I went to the kitchen to think about doing the washing up.

[NorthernTigress]

I'm here. I just can't think of anything to say. And I hate saying nothing.

Whoops. I just did, didn't I?

[BlueDragonfly]

I'm just catching up with everything, did the dishes, thinking about how tired I am.

[emmsma]

Everybody is doing other stuff tonight, it seems. I'm watching the latest Ben 10 episode.

Everyone talked about yummy food. I had a couple frozen bean burritos. Also a Sunny D + rum. :)

[Stormdancer]

LOL...Sweetie, no apologies needed...I was just observing..( and taking 3 tries to spell observing right **sigh**)

I've got a "new phone" learning curve going on, but it just seems odd here tonight.

I am blaming DST stupidity....

Go back to your home work (((Yira)))....OH, but before you go...is J speaking to you???? })

[cardlady22]

I'm eating a Banana Pudding Roll (from Little Debbie)

I'm not going to stay on very late tonight since we'll have that stinking time change.

[emmsma]

I'm awful. Was still a bit miffed about not getting the Waking the Wild Spirit, so I went and got a replacement Anna K2. :P

Last deck. Honest. :angel:

[Stormdancer]

ROTFLMAO...after reading the last 10 posts or so....we are all doing the same kinda stuff.....except Yira....SHE is working hard ....

I feel kinda brain dead tonight.....

***stop giggling*** :mad:

[Lutestring]

I hate daylight saving. Here the clocks go back on the 3rd of April.

[yirabeth]

Which J would that be?? I'm soo confused...LOL there's Jo, Joe, and Joe.... :bugeyed: HAHA!

[yirabeth]

Ohhh and Jack...ROFL!

Yes, he's speaking to me -- He started to be a butthead while doing the chore I gave him to earn his computer back, and I told him doing it with a bad attitude would only lose the computer longer AND he'd still have to do the chore, so don't come off all attitude on ME....hhehehe

[Stormdancer]

I hate daylight saving. Here the clocks go back on the 3rd of April.O M G ....Y'all have DST???? Has America spread her obnoxious time stupidity to the Southern hemisphere???

I REALLY do NOT get the reasoning behind this concept, and I had NO idea that other countries did it as well....or if I did, I forgot...I'm OLD...and ADDLED by DST disruptions....ROTF :laugh:

[Stormdancer]

Which J would that be?? I'm soo confused...LOL there's Jo, Joe, and Joe.... :bugeyed: HAHA!
Sorry Toots...after I posted it, I knew it'd be a problem...the TEEN w/ Tantrum....LOL :D

[emmsma]

Neener neener neener! I don't have DST. :P

[cardlady22]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daylight_saving_time_around_the_world

Interesting map.

[Lutestring]

I'm awful. Was still a bit miffed about not getting the Waking the Wild Spirit, so I went and got a replacement Anna K2. :P

Last deck. Honest. :angel:
oh dear, I do that, buy myself compensation/consolation decks :D
I bought the BGSilver after getting a badly flawed pewter (and so happy with silver, and it wasn't even very expensive,honest), and I managed to stop myself paying crazy amounts of money for a Lasenic, after missing out on a Greencraft.

[BlueDragonfly]

O M G ....Y'all have DST???? Has America spread her obnoxious time stupidity to the Southern hemisphere???

I REALLY do NOT get the reasoning behind this concept, and I had NO idea that other countries did it as well....or if I did, I forgot...I'm OLD...and ADDLED by DST disruptions....ROTF :laugh:
Well crap, I forgot all about DST! I think I'll just wait till tomorrow to turn my clocks ahead. My phone will change itself, my laptop should, I don't know how to set the microwave clock, I can't reach the kitchen clock, I want one more morning of light before 7 am.........so I'm not going to worry about the alarm clock.

Oh, and the car clock, sometime Monday. *shrugs*

[Stormdancer]

Neener neener neener! I don't have DST. :P

contemplates a MEGA squirt gun....kinda like....

.http://www.iconwild.com/smilies/weapons/weapons-smiley-006.gif

(((:heart:Emmsma:heart:)))....

[emmsma]

Aww. How much is the Greencraft Tarot costing from the website? Maybe you can still get it. })

[Lutestring]

O M G ....Y'all have DST???? Has America spread her obnoxious time stupidity to the Southern hemisphere???

I REALLY do NOT get the reasoning behind this concept, and I had NO idea that other countries did it as well....or if I did, I forgot...I'm OLD...and ADDLED by DST disruptions....ROTF :laugh:
We have had it for years, and they seem to extend it every year, I'm sure it's a month longer than it used to be. It's not just the US either, they have had it in Europe for a long time too.

[Stormdancer]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daylight_saving_time_around_the_world

Interesting map.OOOOH, that was fascinating!!! How do YOU always find stuff like that. You are like our very own SUPER SLEUTH....(((CL)))

[Lutestring]

Aww. How much is the Greencraft Tarot costing from the website? Maybe you can still get it. })
The last time i looked, you had to be a greencraft member to get one, unless that has changed. Not to worry, I found a Cloisters on ebay, to compensate for not getting the Lasenic :D

[BlueDragonfly]

The only thing I'll be confused about is what time it will be for the rest of the world tomorrow, so I'll just start asking and writing it down in a little notebook till I can remember them. :D

[BlueDragonfly]

OOOOH, that was fascinating!!! How do YOU always find stuff like that. You are like our very own SUPER SLEUTH....(((CL)))
Isn't she just great at that search stuff? I'll have a look at it tomorrow, after the change. ;)

[emmsma]

Good, Lute. :)

See, I can't ever keep track of who's on what time, so I won't notice the change.

[Lutestring]

Good, Lute. :)


I'm good, she says so :angel:

See, I can't ever keep track of who's on what time, so I won't notice the change.
We have different time zones here, some with DSL, some without. So confusing.

[Stormdancer]

Isn't she just great at that search stuff? I'll have a look at it tomorrow, after the change. ;)NO, it's not like that...click it, it's interesting, and my head didn't explode...It's safe...LOL

[Queen of Disks]

hello folks.

*shakes fist at idiots who invented Daylight Savings Time*

*shakes other fist at idiots who think nuclear power is a good thing* :mad:

[Saturness]

Hi again everyone!!!! :D

[emmsma]

QoD, Marina! Howdy!

[Stormdancer]

hello folks.

*shakes fist at idiots who invented Daylight Savings Time*

*shakes other fist at idiots who think nuclear power is a good thing* :mad:
DITTO the DST sentiment...not sure about the other, except that to place plants along the "Ring of Fire" seems ludicrous....

However...seeing OUR US role during WWII....????? Things that shut Storm up....LOL

[Stormdancer]

Hi again everyone!!!! :D
Heya Toots :* You're up late??

[NorthernTigress]

Wasn't Daylight time supposed to be a "temporary measure" during World War 1?

[Stormdancer]

Wasn't Daylight time supposed to be a "temporary measure" during World War 1?Really? I thought it was an energy saving thing...surely not WWI...I dunno, and I am NOT looking it up, because it makes NO sense to me...

Dumbest thing ever!!!

[emmsma]

And I thought there was a cockamamie financial reason behind it.
:confused:

[NorthernTigress]

Really? I thought it was an energy saving thing...surely not WWI...I dunno, and I am NOT looking it up, because it makes NO sense to me...

Dumbest thing ever!!!

Well, it was to save energy, specifically coal, during the war.

But the first person who thought up the idea was a few decades before that, a New Zealand entomologist who wanted more daylight hours to chase insects. (At least according to Wikipedia)

[Saturness]

Hi Emmsma! Hi NT! Hi Stormy!

Heya Toots :* You're up late??

Yep, I'm up late!
Baaaaad me! })

[Lutestring]

Well, it was to save energy, specifically coal, during the war.

But the first person who thought up the idea was a few decades before that, a New Zealand entomologist who wanted more daylight hours to chase insects. (At least according to Wikipedia)
he could have just got up earlier? So we can blame New Zealand (apologies to any kiwis here)

My computer froze, had to turn off and on. Hi Marina and QoD :)

[yirabeth]

FINALLY! I am done with today's homework. Of course, I get to do it all over again tomorrow...LOL With luck, I won't be a zombie when I get up in the morning. I really TRY to get on it right away, but find myself realizing I've been staring at the screen, zoned out, for 10 minutes...or half an hour...LOL

Hi Marina!

Have we heard from Zan this evening yet? Getting worried about him. Jack just came out and asked about him a little bit ago too.

[emmsma]

Hey lady! What keeps you up so late, tonight?

Our scintillating conversation?

[yirabeth]

Crap. I turned on the BBC live feed in time for them to say "Japan now has a major nuclear event on their hands."

Worried.

[Stormdancer]

Well, it was to save energy, specifically coal, during the war.

But the first person who thought up the idea was a few decades before that, a New Zealand entomologist who wanted more daylight hours to chase insects. (At least according to Wikipedia)SO....we endure this nonsense because some dumb*ss wanted more time to chase his bugs????

Please tell me the shot gun is secure....probably a mute point, since he's most likely dead, but STILL !!!!!!

[emmsma]

I've been worried too, but he just showed up on skype, so he must be ok and with power of some sort still. :)

Mayhaps he will check in shortly.

[yirabeth]

Oh thank you so much Emmsma...I didn't think to look at FB.

ETA - Skype not FB..duh me :(

[emmsma]

I've restricted myself from further news-watching. It'll only have me in tears, and that helps noone.

Zan is ok. On his way home. :)

[Saturness]

In Brazil, the DST used to save energy during summer. And it really works! :)

[yirabeth]

Yeah, maybe a good policy Emmsma...just Jack called my attention to the fact that I hadn't heard any news of Zan, so I thought, oh I'll look and see how it's going, maybe that'll ease my mind...

I'm being very dumb tonight.

I hope Zan is hanging in there okay...it's got to be really rough :(

[BlueDragonfly]

Time for me to say Good Night! I'm exhausted. Have a great 1/3 everyone!

[Lutestring]

Yay Zan (((Zan))) There are still earthquakes/big aftershocks happening. The BBC website mentioned a 6.2 one that swayed buildings in tokyo a couple of hours ago i think.

[yirabeth]

Sweet dreams Blue :)

[emmsma]

Poor guy. I want this all to be over and to know he is ok.
(I want everyone ok, but its hard when you actually know someone there.)

[yirabeth]

Totally understand Emmsma...and agree. Also worried by proxy for his friends, the ones he always talks of here...

[Stormdancer]

Yay Zan (((Zan))) There are still earthquakes/big aftershocks happening. The BBC website mentioned a 6.2 one that swayed buildings in tokyo a couple of hours ago i think.I'm thinking he's in "survival mode" right now. I'm sure he's just rocked emotionally.

(((Zan)))....no need to check in, but please know we're here and sending (((:heart:)))

[Stormdancer]

In Brazil, the DST used to save energy during summer. And it really works! :)I am really afraid to ask. Can you just pm it to me, and I'll try to make sense of it tomorrow?

[yirabeth]

Lotsa (((:heart:))) to you Zan...and do what you gotta do to be okay, we don't want to have to miss you!

[cardlady22]

When the back-to-back storms in 2004 happened, we learned to conserve what little power we had for charging essentials. We set up one person in the family (far out of the area) as a central hub and had them pass on the daily update.

[emmsma]

Totally understand Emmsma...and agree. Also worried by proxy for his friends, the ones he always talks of here...

Yes. Been hearing of Jon and Martin for so long that they feel almost like friends too. I love them both, just because they are there for him, and pray for their continued health and safety as I do for Zan.

[Lutestring]

I feel so sorry for Zan's mother, and I'm not even a mother myself. If we worry about Zan, imagine how she must be feeling (((Zan's mom))) (((((Zan)))))

[zan_chan]

Hey guys. Nearly home. I'll check in properly in a few...

[yirabeth]

YAYYY Zan!!! Be safe the rest of the way home :)

[yirabeth]

I feel so sorry for Zan's mother, and I'm not even a mother myself. If we worry about Zan, imagine how she must be feeling (((Zan's mom))) (((((Zan)))))


Yeah good point! (((((Zan's Momma)))))

[zan_chan]

YAYYY Zan!!! Be safe the rest of the way home :)

Hehe, I hate to burst my image of survivor, but I was coming home from Starbucks :P

If you didn't turn on the TV, you'd think it were any other day here in Tokyo. Everything's open, kids are laughing, old ladies are complaining. All utilities are on as normal. Haven't lost power, yet, though with the reactors shutting down, we may later on. We have still been having aftershocks - a big one this morning, 6.2 - so each one reminds us down here in the capital of the horror's happening up north, but from what I can see, American TV is being FAR more sensationalist than Japanese. I mean, it's possible that Japanese TV is trying to calm the masses, but I think American 24/7 news just needs something to scream about....

....more in a bit...

mom calling...

[zan_chan]

And don't get me wrong, TV here, too, is REALLY scary, but US tv is doing a poor job of reminding people that Japan is a whole country with different areas. CNN keeps interviewing people here in Tokyo, where kids are playing ball in the park. Go up north! Focus on them!

[yirabeth]

But I don't have a tv to turn on, so I just went to BBC news...and it said "Japan now has a major nuclear event on their hands." and "Officials say more than 1,300 people are thought to have died, with fears that the death toll could rise significantly." WAAAAH I was worried about you lol :)

[yirabeth]

I suppose that is part of the problem -- I'm gonna get a map now and look at where Sendai is, and where Tokyo is, and all...

Although the nuclear thing will still worry me. Cuz it travels and all.

[Stormdancer]

And don't get me wrong, TV here, too, is REALLY scary, but US tv is doing a poor job of reminding people that Japan is a whole country with different areas. CNN keeps interviewing people here in Tokyo, where kids are playing ball in the park. Go up north! Focus on them!
Aw Sweetie, I do SO love you...TCO said pretty much the same yesterday....

I did notice that the evening national news focused more on what was going on up north, as opposed to this morning where all we heard was Americans in Tokyo....

Hugs to you and MOM...she LOVES you!!!!

[cardlady22]

(((Zan)))

Both of the iPod Touches are charged and I know how to turn them on & off. :P
Apps must wait until tomorrow.

My edge/back protector is Purple. (*speck) Feels weird. DD's is clear (body glove) with an effect that makes it look like textured metal. Love sliding my finger along it.

[Stormdancer]

Although the nuclear thing will still worry me. Cuz it travels and all.You're right, this is a HUGE concern, and it's hard to say how accurate the "News companies" are...

Do check out a map though.....

[NorthernTigress]

I'm still trying to decide whether or not to mention the thing I saw on Facebook today. It made me feel a little bit ill.

[yirabeth]

Sendai is 3 hrs away from Tokyo! I looked on a map hehe :)

Still not far enough away though!

[Lutestring]

And don't get me wrong, TV here, too, is REALLY scary, but US tv is doing a poor job of reminding people that Japan is a whole country with different areas. CNN keeps interviewing people here in Tokyo, where kids are playing ball in the park. Go up north! Focus on them!
I've been following BBC news, which is more sensible, but the nuclear problems are a worry. I heard last night on bbc radio that things are normal in Tokyo, and that the clubs and bars are full of young people having a good time like any other night, and i thought, yes, Zan is one of them :) How was your date? })

I still think all the aftershocks must be so scary.

[cardlady22]

(((NT))) Tummy kind of ill or heart/soul kind of ill?

[emmsma]

Might as well mention it. I've been lured back to the New York Times and just read about a horrible accident with a tour bus that crashed near my old home in the Bronx.

I've upset my hubby I think, who does not want to hear this stuff.

[Stormdancer]

(((Zan)))

Both of the iPod Touches are charged and I know how to turn them on & off. :P
Apps must wait until tomorrow. I just got a new phone and feel pretty much the same...I can answer, get texts...:thumbsup: good to go for now...LOL

My edge/back protector is Purple. (*speck) Feels weird. DD's is clear (body glove) with an effect that makes it look like textured metal. Love sliding my finger along it.
And then you edited while I was quoting....

[yirabeth]

Yikes Emmsma, I hope yours and hubby's loved ones are all safe.

[linnie]

Zan..... :) So glad you are able to Starbuck and home, almost as usual.

(You can get your Mum off the phone in 2 mins??????... See time between Zan posts!!! heh heh... My Mum takes at least 45 mins, and that's without huge dramas....)

The Nuclear reactor thing is a bit worrying... fingers crossed it calms itself
Stormy, Lute, all... I take it I'm the only one with a fondness for DST. I know it completely goes against Nature, which, in itself, should render it repugnent to me, but as a young person (it was here in my early teens) I was very happy to have an extra hour of roaming around in the semi-dark, and I guess that stays with me still. Mind you, it means that 2 of my kids ring me too late at night!

OK...NO bacon...Age Dashi is YUMMERS :angel:What is Age Dashi, please? I ate nonstop Japanese for 10 days, went to a Japanese resturant last night, eat lots of Sashimi and Sushi, and have no idea what you are talking about. If it's that luminous green seaweed in sesame oil and soy, with a hint of chilli, I'm with you... YUM!

And welcome home Stormy and Blue! And G'morning Linnie!Not sure if you're still around, Yira... I'm on/off/on/off all the time nowadays... too much doings elsewhere...

[Stormdancer]

Might as well mention it. I've been lured back to the New York Times and just read about a horrible accident with a tour bus that crashed near my old home in the Bronx.

I've upset my hubby I think, who does not want to hear this stuff.I caught clips of this and did not pay attention. It was nasty.... :(

[NorthernTigress]

(((NT))) Tummy kind of ill or heart/soul kind of ill?

Both at the same time.

[yirabeth]

I'm around! Although probably not for long, since I'm gonna try REALLY HARD not to be zombiefied in the morning so I can get homework done at a more reasonable hour...LOL

[cardlady22]

I just got a new phone and feel pretty much the same...I can answer, get texts...:thumbsup: good to go for now...LOLHubby was laughing at me as he told his friend he had finally gotten me to join the 21st century. I still feel miffed when I think of my Beloved Departed Psion.

[Lutestring]

I love maps, so have been checking maps a lot http://www.maproomblog.com/2011/03/japan_earthquake_and_tsunami_maps.php

(((NT)))

[Stormdancer]

What is Age Dashi, please? I ate nonstop Japanese for 10 days, went to a Japanese resturant last night, eat lots of Sashimi and Sushi, and have no idea what you are talking about. \http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agedashi_tofu

[Stormdancer]

Both at the same time.
But but but Hubby is home, right??? (((NT)))

[Lutestring]

What is Age Dashi, please? I ate nonstop Japanese for 10 days, went to a Japanese resturant last night, eat lots of Sashimi and Sushi, and have no idea what you are talking about. If it's that luminous green seaweed in sesame oil and soy, with a hint of chilli, I'm with you... YUM!
Hi linnie. Age dashi tofu is deep fried tofu in dashi stock, with bonito flakes. YUM! I love seaweed too :)

[NorthernTigress]

The map's bad enough, but not what made me feel icky.

Apparently there are a bunch of really really ignorant people on Facebook and Twitter who are connecting the Japan earthquake/tsunami to Pearl Harbor.

Am I on the same continent as people this stupid?

http://scienceblogs.com/pharyngula/upload/2011/03/i_hope_these_people_arent_your/GodBlessAmerica.php

[Stormdancer]

The map's bad enough, but not what made me feel icky.

Apparently there are a bunch of really really ignorant people on Facebook and Twitter who are connecting the Japan earthquake/tsunami to Pearl Harbor.

Am I on the same continent as people this stupid?

http://scienceblogs.com/pharyngula/upload/2011/03/i_hope_these_people_arent_your/GodBlessAmerica.php
OH...I am so NOT clicking that...

I'm thinking about dropping out of facebook....

[Queen of Disks]

Wouldn't suprise me (I live in a state with loads of people that stupid.) :mad:

I stay away from Facebook for that reason.

[emmsma]

Gads. Its amazing we function, with so many ignorant fools walking around.

[zan_chan]

Just off the phone. Lots of time spent assuring Mom that all is fine. She's begging me to come home, but its not like I can just pick up and get on a plane. I have work this coming week! :laugh:

But basically, all here in Tokyo is okay. If we're sending prayers or positive energy anywhere, please save it for all the people up north in Miyagi and Fukushima and everywhere up there.

CL - you got the iPod touch?? Hope you love it! Use it in good health, as my grandmother always said :) Please ask if you have any Qs about it. I'm an iPhone wiz, and I think they're just about the same, sans phone...

[Saturness]

And don't get me wrong, TV here, too, is REALLY scary, but US tv is doing a poor job of reminding people that Japan is a whole country with different areas. CNN keeps interviewing people here in Tokyo, where kids are playing ball in the park. Go up north! Focus on them!

LOL! I was talking that to a friend earlier. That the US news are focusing on Japan as a whole, when actually Tokyo is not so near to the epicenter of the earthquake as the Northern part of the country. I remember TCO telling me that the Canadian news were saying that the waves that would hit North America wouldn't be so big, while the American news were urging people to evacuate. Not that they shouldn't let people know, but there's no use in creating worldwide panic. If Hawaii and the Philippines are still standing and well, North America will survive this too! :)

Japan was, in the end, the most affected country alone, specially Sendai and the Fukushima Prefecture...

Not that the tremors in Tokyo weren't scary on themselves. I can only imagine, as luckily I have never experienced an earthquake.

Zan, I'm happy to see you around, going to Starbucks and everything. I know that you are not at Sendai, but it's still a relief! :)

[linnie]

The map's bad enough, but not what made me feel icky.

Apparently there are a bunch of really really ignorant people on Facebook and Twitter who are connecting the Japan earthquake/tsunami to Pearl Harbor.

Am I on the same continent as people this stupid?

http://scienceblogs.com/pharyngula/upload/2011/03/i_hope_these_people_arent_your/GodBlessAmerica.php
Heaven forbid!!! That makes me feel sick, too! The sad thing is that, yes, you share the same continent as those people, and so do I, and others... They are all over the planet... Blessings upon the ignorant, let them become one with compassion.... Please!!!!

Hello everyone I missed before...

[zan_chan]

God lord that blog is vile, NT. Good Christians, all of them, I'm sure...

[cardlady22]

CL - you got the iPod touch?? Hope you love it! Use it in good health, as my grandmother always said :) Please ask if you have any Qs about it. I'm an iPhone wiz, and I think they're just about the same, sans phone...I have a 32GB 4th gen, and they had a superb deal on a 32GB 3rd gen so my daughter got one too.
Toys R Us . . . if you can believe it. :laugh:

[zan_chan]

I have a 32GB 4th gen, and they had a superb deal on a 32GB 3rd gen so my daughter got one too.
Toys R Us . . . if you can believe it. :laugh:

Woo hoo! Sounds great :) Enjoy!

[Saturness]

Apparently there are a bunch of really really ignorant people on Facebook and Twitter who are connecting the Japan earthquake/tsunami to Pearl Harbor.

Am I on the same continent as people this stupid?

http://scienceblogs.com/pharyngula/upload/2011/03/i_hope_these_people_arent_your/GodBlessAmerica.php

Now that's one gargantuan show of ignorance and self-centeredness. I'm actually feeling ashamed for them.

[Lutestring]

The map's bad enough, but not what made me feel icky.

Apparently there are a bunch of really really ignorant people on Facebook and Twitter who are connecting the Japan earthquake/tsunami to Pearl Harbor.

Am I on the same continent as people this stupid?

http://scienceblogs.com/pharyngula/upload/2011/03/i_hope_these_people_arent_your/GodBlessAmerica.php
I clicked it, why am I so silly? Icky just doesn't cover it at all. :bugeyed: I wonder if they have heard about what happened to Hiroshima and Nagasaki?

[kaleanna]

Hi All,


I am home! how is everyone?????

[Saturness]

Hi All,


I am home! how is everyone?????

Hi Kaleanna!

We are all facepalming at this:

http://scienceblogs.com/pharyngula/upload/2011/03/i_hope_these_people_arent_your/GodBlessAmerica.php

http://demotivatorsblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/jesus-facepalm-facepalm-jesus-epic-demotivational-poster-1218659828.jpg

[emmsma]

Welcome home, Kaleanna. How was work?

We are hanging out, embarrassed at the ignorance of some Americans.
Happy to hear life in Toyko is seeming pretty back to normal.

[cardlady22]

:( And now I have the scene/song from South Pacific running through my head:
You've got to be taught to hate and fear

You've got to be carefully taught.

[Stormdancer]

I'm feeling all clean of smut and crap :angel:

I did NOT click...LOL

[NorthernTigress]

Meanwhile....

Renovation update. It's not a week's worth of construction workers in our apartment. It's one day, but they can't tell us *which* day. So it could be anywhere between the 15th and the 25th of march.

[kaleanna]

Welcome home, Kaleanna. How was work?

We are hanging out, embarrassed at the ignorance of some Americans.
Happy to hear life in Toyko is seeming pretty back to normal.


work was good. Glad to be home though.

[emmsma]

Ugh. what a drag, NT.

I'm off to bed. Late and sleepy.

See y'all tomorrow. Glad to see you both, Zan and Marina.

Have a great night, all.

[Saturness]

I'm feeling all clean of smut and crap :angel:

I did NOT click...LOL

Stormyyy... I'm having a banana cake with culce de leche (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dulce_de_leche) and vanilla buttercream frosting!

TA-DA!

Thought you wanted new food ideas! :D

[Saturness]

Ugh. what a drag, NT.

I'm off to bed. Late and sleepy.

See y'all tomorrow. Glad to see you both, Zan and Marina.

Have a great night, all.


Bye bye Emmsma! Have a great night! :D

[emmsma]

Stormyyy... I'm having a banana cake with culce de leche (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dulce_de_leche) and vanilla buttercream frosting!

TA-DA!

Thought you wanted new food ideas! :D

Now thats decadence!

[zan_chan]

G'nite emmsma! Thanks for worrying about me - its nice to know people out there care :)

[kaleanna]

nite emmsma,

sleep well

[Lutestring]

goodnight emmsma, hi kaleanna :)

Zan, you still haven't mentioned last night's date...

[zan_chan]

Just saw this on Twitter, and it's actually quite reassuring:

"US Embassy in Tokyo has cautioned over "substantial misinformation" and advised people to follow Japan govt instructions"

But I also saw that the magnitude of the initial quake has been reevaluated to 9.0, which makes it sound even that much scarier....

[zan_chan]

Zan, you still haven't mentioned last night's date...

Wasn't great. But at least I'm getting myself out there again. And it was fun to be on a date amidst catastrophe. Something poetically bohemian about that... :P

[Stormdancer]

Stormyyy... I'm having a banana cake with culce de leche (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dulce_de_leche) and vanilla buttercream frosting!

TA-DA!

Thought you wanted new food ideas! :DLOL....well I WAS heading towards a horizontal position, but I'm seeing a dessert....That looks kinda like butterscotch pudding to me.

[cardlady22]

I know what I'm adding to the grocery list tomorrow

http://www.milkmandelivers.com/uploadedImages/Products/Miscellaneous/2005_0928Image0021.JPG

http://www.milkmandelivers.com/uploadedImages/Products/Miscellaneous/IMG_0176.JPG

[Saturness]

LOL....well I WAS heading towards a horizontal position, but I'm seeing a dessert....That looks kinda like butterscotch pudding to me.

No no, it's a cake. :D

THIS (http://3.bp.blogspot.com/__MXRySTBtBQ/TKVXQCSxQDI/AAAAAAAAN4g/baTgyibDNw8/s1600/072.JPG) is more or less like it looks. But is tastes muuuch better than it looks, I can assure you!



Now thats decadence!

Yep! })

[Lutestring]

But I also saw that the magnitude of the initial quake has been reevaluated to 9.0, which makes it sound even that much scarier....
especially when combined with the news that the Fukushima plant was only built to withstand 7.9

http://www.boingboing.net/2011/03/12/japan-fukushima-oper.html

[Queen of Disks]

Hi Kaleanna!

We are all facepalming at this:

http://scienceblogs.com/pharyngula/upload/2011/03/i_hope_these_people_arent_your/GodBlessAmerica.php

http://demotivatorsblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/jesus-facepalm-facepalm-jesus-epic-demotivational-poster-1218659828.jpg

I saw one once that said "Facepalm: Even Jesus Thinks You're Doing It Wrong" :rolleyes:

[Lutestring]

No no, it's a cake. :D

THIS (http://3.bp.blogspot.com/__MXRySTBtBQ/TKVXQCSxQDI/AAAAAAAAN4g/baTgyibDNw8/s1600/072.JPG) is more or less like it looks. But is tastes muuuch better than it looks, I can assure you!

That looks way too sweet for me.

[Stormdancer]

No no, it's a cake. :DYeah yeah yeah...it's the Dulce de Leche that caught my eye. Here it's just a sweetened kinda milk thing, YUMMY, but your link looked like a pudding...I am SO into that....

[Stormdancer]

I saw one once that said "Facepalm: Even Jesus Thinks You're Doing It Wrong" :rolleyes:OMG....That is a classic....

[cardlady22]

}) Girl Scouts have a Dulche de Leche cookie . . .

And on that note I am off to bed. :*

[yirabeth]

Well I'm off to bed, I'll see you all in the morning :)

[Saturness]

I know what I'm adding to the grocery list tomorrow

http://www.milkmandelivers.com/uploadedImages/Products/Miscellaneous/2005_0928Image0021.JPG

http://www.milkmandelivers.com/uploadedImages/Products/Miscellaneous/IMG_0176.JPG

TAPIOCA!!!!

Mom makes tapioca pudding (http://www.ctn.org.br/culinaria/imagens/banco/MINGAU%20DE%20TAPIOCA.jpg) all the time! I love it! :heart:

Specially to eat it warm, during the winter! Yummy!

[zan_chan]

I'm going to shower and shave in case the power shuts off later...

Just had another little tremor. Amazing that in a normal time, hearing that there was a 5.something is big news, but today we barely notice...

[Saturness]

That looks way too sweet for me.

It depends on the frosting, actually. The Dulce de Leche is sweet, but the banana isn't so much. If the frosting is made with too much sugar, it can become a very sweet dessert indeed, but if you make a more "light" frosting, then it tastes more fruity, because the banana taste is stronger...

Blah blah blah, sorry. It's a very good cake, and I'm not really a cake person. I just love this one!


Yeah yeah yeah...it's the Dulce de Leche that caught my eye. Here it's just a sweetened kinda milk thing, YUMMY, but your link looked like a pudding...I am SO into that....

Nothing beats the Uruguayan Dulce the Leche - they have the Magical Recipe, lol! And the Magical Cows! :laugh: Perhaps the Dulce the Leche in the US is very different from the South American, because here it's VERY thick....


Good night to all those who are going to bed! :*

[Lutestring]

goodnight Yira and CL.

Zan, what news of Disney?

[zan_chan]

As far as I've heard, Disney is alright. Their parking lots flooded out, and the roads around the parks flooded, too, but I think the parks are okay. The whole resort is closed right now, which is bizarre since they never close, and my work tomorrow was cancelled, but I think they're just in clean-up mode.

Just read that the power company is warning of definite outages this evening, and that the meteorological agency is predicting aftershocks of M+7.0 within the next few days.

Ugh.

[Saturness]

I'm glad to hear that Disney is ok! I hope they can reassume their activities soon!

Well folks... now is my time. I have to go to bed, it's 2:30 am here!

I wish everyone a good... next 10 hours. :)

Bye bye!

[Lutestring]

ugh indeed, 7+ is huge (((Zan))) I suppose you have all your batteries charged up.

So I suppose you don't know how long till you're back at work?

[Lutestring]

Goodnight Marina, sleep well :)

[Queen of Disks]

ok, I am going to bed.

Goodnight everyone, and be careful Zan.

[NorthernTigress]

Okay, my iPod and I are going to have a meditation session. Then bed.

[linnie]

Welcome home, Kaleanna. How was work?

We are hanging out, embarrassed at the ignorance of some Americans.
Happy to hear life in Toyko is seeming pretty back to normal.
Don't think that it is restricted to Americans only, emmsma! :(

[linnie]

Wasn't great. But at least I'm getting myself out there again. And it was fun to be on a date amidst catastrophe. Something poetically bohemian about that... :P
I missed all that... better fortune next time, Zan... Maybe Life was just going to be chaotic enough last night anyway, without dates to worry about... just keeping positive... :)
Am heading off now, to read and watch the idiot box... :) Night/morning all... :heart:

[Rhinemaiden]

Don't think that it is restricted to Americans only, emmsma! :(

I blame it on the Bozone:

"Bozone:

The substance surrounding stupid people that stops bright ideas from penetrating. The bozone layer, unfortunately, shows little sign of breaking down in the near future."

[Wendywu]

I blame it on the Bozone:

"Bozone:

The substance surrounding stupid people that stops bright ideas from penetrating. The bozone layer, unfortunately, shows little sign of breaking down in the near future."


I like that :D

Morning all! Zan - glad you're doing OK. Mell (down in the Marseilles forum) said he has an emergency bag packed. You have one? With your backup drive in..... ? And he has a week's supply of chocolate just in case...

[Wendywu]

Oh yeah - big celebration -

:party::royal: I HAVE LOST 4st NOW :royal::party:

[linnie]

TAPIOCA!!!!

Mom makes tapioca pudding (http://www.ctn.org.br/culinaria/imagens/banco/MINGAU%20DE%20TAPIOCA.jpg) all the time! I love it! :heart:

Specially to eat it warm, during the winter! Yummy!
Yum! Does your Mum have a recipe, Marina? Hint, hint... :)

[linnie]

I blame it on the Bozone:

"Bozone:

The substance surrounding stupid people that stops bright ideas from penetrating. The bozone layer, unfortunately, shows little sign of breaking down in the near future."
Heh heh... it would be funny if it weren't so tragic!!!

Congrats on the 4 Stone weight loss, Wendywu... That's brilliant and well-deserved by the sound of things. (But... wait... people still talk in stone!!!!?)

[zan_chan]

Hey Wendy. I made an emergency pack today, too. Had to go to what felt like a million stores to find things. Every supermarket is completely out of bottled water. Finally found two 2-liter bottles miles from home. But I packed a flashlight and batteries, chocolate bars, water, etc. Keeping my phone charged to the max at all times (and Kindle, too, just in case I wind up bored somewhere :P )

They keep warning us of rolling power outages within the next few days, as well as a 75% chance of magnitude 7.0+ aftershocks in the next couple of days, so we're a little re-nervous again...

[linnie]

Congrats on the 4 Stone weight loss, Wendywu... That's brilliant and well-deserved by the sound of things. (But... wait... people still talk in stone!!!!?)

TV is boring... hence my brief reappearance, but will endeavour to keep hubby company out there with the boring TV... :)

I blame it on the Bozone:

"Bozone:

The substance surrounding stupid people that stops bright ideas from penetrating. The bozone layer, unfortunately, shows little sign of breaking down in the near future."
Heh heh... it would be funny if it weren't so tragic!!!

[Wendywu]

Zan - make sur eyou have your backup computer drive with you. If (gods forbid) your building got seriously damaged, you don't want to lose your data!!!!




Linnie - some think stones, some pounds, some kilos - I work in all three :). My parents only think in stones/pounds. My son only thinks in kilos......

[linnie]

You're doing so well in what must be just hideously scary times, Zan... It's a great shame the shops are emptying of yummy things, (not even mentioning the lack of water), because you certainly deserve something nice right now. Best wishes and I hope calm and safety are with you... :heart:

Ah... all 3 values, Wendywu... It really doesn't matter what label is put on them, only that they are shrinking in response to your amazing effort! Brilliant! I'm playing a mid-life weight maintenance game... Despite doing lots more exercise than I used to do, I am maintaining my weight... I'm still within healthy range, but... just!!! Still, i haven't started completely behaving myself re foodstuffs yet... still display child-like naughtiness with snacks...

[Jesii]

Oh yeah - big celebration -

:party::royal: I HAVE LOST 4st NOW :royal::party:
YAY! Well done!

And good morning

[linnie]

Hi, Jesii, bye, Jesii.... it's still early here, but I'm being sociable with my SO...

Oh, wait, it's ok... he's on the phone to his mum so we can mutually exchange a few crossword answers... It was a really tricky one today! (We're still on yesterday's, actually!)

Hey Zan, I wonder if it would be worth looking for water-purifying tablets etc at a camping store if such things exist in Japan (I never had the need to look...). Water is the one thing that I need... all the time... after oxygen... I really do drink lots of water, and tea...

[Wendywu]

And data.... Not that I harp, but if we lost our data we'd be devastated. All our family photographs (dating back to my great grandma's time), over 70Gb of music (a couple of thousand CD's) and about 25,000 books. All my tarot data and journals. Irreplaceable scans of my Grandma's cookery book and my mum's hand-written poetry journal. All James's school reports and videos of him from the day he was born.

Keep your data safe, chaps!

[Wendywu]

Good morning Jesii - didja sleep well? What's the plans for your day?

[Jesii]

Hiya linnie! and Wendy!

I won't be oline much today, essay needs to be written today (i've tried to timetable everything so I can get it all done!) but everyone have a good 1/3 :D

[Wendywu]

I will :)

Work hard today - it's so worth it.

Oh yeah, the Bon Jovi CD's will be in the post tomorrow!

[linnie]

I'm heading off now, too, even if SO is still on the phone... but... I just realised that I've passed the 1000 post mark... When I first posted, I thought "Hmmm... how do people DO that?" Now, I see how easyily it can happen!!!

Have a wonder-filled day/night...

See you next time, Jesii :) Good luck with your essay. Ciao, Wendy, enjoy your 4 stone triumph!!!!! :)

[Wendywu]

Bye Linnie - no laurel resting here; I have to keep going. I am officially overweight and not obese, but the medics keep pushing me to lose more .....

And tbh it's a necessary part of my own journey. I am striving for balance and harmony but I had sadly neglected my own body while concentrating on the spiritual and mental. No balance in that! So I am bringing my body up to spec while "maintaining" the spiritual and mental sides of my nature. Sooner or later everything will be balanced :D

[PathWalker]

Good morning Pub - not caught up at all - anything vital I need to get up to speed on?

:)

[Jesii]

Black coffee + Bruce Springsteen = Fastly Written Essays :laugh:

[Jesii]

Finished Frist Draft of my essay :party:

[BlueDragonfly]

Good Morning! Okay, DST report-PW and Jesii are you on DST yet, what time is it there? I have a page in my paper brain(notebook) just for this purpose! It's 7:22am here now, and still dark. :(

[Jesii]

Good Morning! Okay, DST report-PW and Jesii are you on DST yet, what time is it there? I have a page in my paper brain(notebook) just for this purpose! It's 7:22am here now, and still dark. :(
BD, We are on GMT and it's 11:28 morning here

Does this help? It's what i use. http://www.timeanddate.com/time/dst/2011.html

We start in 2 weeks I believe :)

[BlueDragonfly]

Awesome webpage, Jesii, Thanks! I clicked on the World clock page and bookmarked it!

Making notes in my paper brain now for different locations.....:D

[Jesii]

Awesome webpage, Jesii, Thanks! I clicked on the World clock page and bookmarked it!

Making notes in my paper brain now for different locations.....:D
Glad it helped! I'm pretty bad at time to be honest!

[Wendywu]

Coffee break :D

I have got the leather cut out, the memory foam sorted, and the holes punched in the leather. Found the artificial sinew and the needles. Good to go for a swift stitch round :)

But first, coffee, and then rowing for about 90 minutes. Stitching in the quiet after the shower..


Morning PW - all quiet here really, you OK? Birds alright?

[PathWalker]

Hi Wendy - yes we're good here.
I have the first Lineolated parrot chick hatched - I opened the box this morning, and small fluffy squeaking greeted me! This is always a WOW! moment. Things can and do go wrong sometimes, but I fervently hope for every one that hatches. Mother is blue, but no idea yet what colour chicks might be - I have a range of colours in the aviairy.

The rest of the birds still either waiting to go out, or waiting for nest boxes. I'm scanning the long-range weather forecast to see if I dare risk them outside yet, or if the night-time temps. will fall too low.

And I was admiring your weight loss (well done you!) and wondering how I could improve myself. It seems to me it's a question of finding an eating regime that you really enjoy (rather than trying to be extreme/will power and failing) and then a form of exercise which you can really get into. Haven't sussed out either of those - the food issue is complicated by the fact the OH often is the cook, and is resisitant to changing more than he already has to accomadate my veggie-ness. And the excersise thing is bothersome, but surely not insurmountable?
(can't you tell I've had coffee and a choc biscuit - what long words LOL)

But it's sunny here, laundry's going, child has be 'chatted with a bit' by PM, and I should probably be doing something more vigerous than sitting here :)

Good luck with the non-sewing :) And enjoy the rowing.
PW x

[BlueDragonfly]

Coffee break :D

I have got the leather cut out, the memory foam sorted, and the holes punched in the leather. Found the artificial sinew and the needles. Good to go for a swift stitch round :)

But first, coffee, and then rowing for about 90 minutes. Stitching in the quiet after the shower..


Morning PW - all quiet here really, you OK? Birds alright?
Congratulations on your new weight loss achievements, Wendy!

Your plans sound like a good way to spend your Sunday afternoon!

[Rhinemaiden]

Oh yeah - big celebration -

:party::royal: I HAVE LOST 4st NOW :royal::party:


wowowowowowowowowowow!!!!! congrats!!!!! A toast to Wendy! :D

---------------

and... good morning, everyone!! :)

[BlueDragonfly]

Hi PW, a new baby bird, how exciting! I can just imagine how it looks. :)

You guys have spring weather so much earlier than we do here, and I'm getting antsy for garden work to begin, but when I look out the windows all I see is snow. :(

[BlueDragonfly]

wowowowowowowowowowow!!!!! congrats!!!!! A toast to Wendy! :D

---------------

and... good morning, everyone!! :)
Good Morning, Rhinemaiden! What time is it there? I've started a page for timezones for everyone, what with DST starting here I get confused, did you spring ahead?

[Rhinemaiden]

Good Morning, Rhinemaiden! What time is it there? I've started a page for timezones for everyone, what with DST starting here I get confused, did you spring ahead?

Hi Blue... no, we never spring! I'm on GMT-4 it's 8:22 am here! (we reset our our clocks all the time because of power outages... who can remember to spring or fall? :) )


PW... I'm so excited about your new birdie!!! Pix, we want pix!!

[Rhinemaiden]

for anyone using lunabar... the moon is now void of course... the gemini symbol in my taskbar just turned RED...

[Jesii]

for anyone using lunabar... the moon is now void of course... the gemini symbol in my taskbar just turned RED...
What is this? It sounds interesting?

[Rhinemaiden]

What is this? It sounds interesting?

Hi Jess, I think it was Stormy who mentioned it a couple of pubs ago... here's the link: (it's a great app, I love it and it's FREE :D)


http://www.softpedia.com/get/Office-tools/Diary-Organizers-Calendar/Lunabar.shtml

go here for sun clock...

http://www.worldtimezone.com/datetime.html

(above is a view on your computer; below is a free app you can d/l)

http://www.mapmaker.com/Sun%20Clock/Sun%20Clock%207.htm

[Lutestring]

goodmorning to you morning people. it is getting close to midnight here.

Congratulations Wendy, for the fabulous continued weight loss. You must be gettng incredibly fit with all the rowing. I feel very feeble in comparison. All I do for exercise is walk up to the shops and back.

Daylight savings here till April 3, Blue :)

[BlueDragonfly]

goodmorning to you morning people. it is getting close to midnight here.

Congratulations Wendy, for the fabulous continued weight loss. You must be gettng incredibly fit with all the rowing. I feel very feeble in comparison. All I do for exercise is walk up to the shops and back.

Daylight savings here till April 3, Blue :)
Okay, you're 15 hours ahead of me, right now, but when you turn the clocks back on April 3rd, you'll only be 14 hours ahead. Right?

But yesterday,before we sprung ahead an hour, you were 16 hours ahead....see why I get so confused? :laugh:

[Wendywu]

PW - what's does "lineolated" mean in relation to the parrots?

And babies coming - one hatched!! How wonderful. I've not seen actual baby birds that young in real life.

I've seen hatchling spiders though, and am happy enough watching our girls grow up so big and strong :)

One side stitched and eyeballs aching!! I meant to row straightaway but got carried away with enthusiasm lol

[PathWalker]

I don't have any digital photo media, I'm sorry.
The pics of the tarot cupboard for example, were actual photographs i took a few weeks ago, and had processed, and then scanned in to the computer.

So it would be weeks before I used another whole roll of film up - sorry :(

[Lutestring]

I get confused with English times, for similar reasons :)

I just looked up pictures of lineolated parrots, they are lovely. I like the turquoise ones best, but they are all pretty.

[PathWalker]

Linoelated Parakeets - it's their name.
I guess it might refer to thelined colours on tail feathers that this species has, but who knows.

Here is a picture which well represents three of the colours I have amongst my 6 birds :)

http://www.google.co.uk/imgres?imgurl=http://www.lineolatedparakeet.net/forums/photoplog/images/22/1_P1040342-1024.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.lineolatedparakeet.net/general-linnie/sexing-lineolated-parakeets_145&usg=__cXZ6BkK55Ojz8RAwjdvA0vR3cTc=&h=768&w=1024&sz=54&hl=en&start=0&zoom=1&tbnid=nNu3-qWbC7GECM:&tbnh=138&tbnw=186&ei=Qb58TYfcC4KAhQfdopDyBg&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dlineolated%2Bparakeets%26hl%3Den%26bi w%3D1020%26bih%3D543%26gbv%3D2%26tbs%3Disch:1&itbs=1&iact=hc&vpx=371&vpy=214&dur=1453&hovh=194&hovw=259&tx=155&ty=112&oei=Qb58TYfcC4KAhQfdopDyBg&page=1&ndsp=15&ved=1t:429,r:7,s:0

[Rhinemaiden]

Okay, you're 15 hours ahead of me, right now, but when you turn the clocks back on April 3rd, you'll only be 14 hours ahead. Right?

But yesterday,before we sprung ahead an hour, you were 16 hours ahead....see why I get so confused? :laugh:

Blue... go here...

http://www.worldtimezone.com/datetime.html

PW, going to check out your birdies...

awwwww.... I want one! they are sweet!

[Wendywu]

It seems to me it's a question of finding an eating regime that you really enjoy (rather than trying to be extreme/will power and failing) and then a form of exercise which you can really get into. Haven't sussed out either of those - the food issue is complicated by the fact the OH often is the cook, and is resisitant to changing more than he already has to accomadate my veggie-ness. And the excersise thing is bothersome, but surely not insurmountable?


Yes - both of these matter. If I didn't like the food, I'd not be at all happy. But this new way of eating is a change for life for us, so we knew we both had to really enjoy the food because it's important to us both..... And himself had to be OK with cooking it. And he is, which is wonderful. It is incredibly difficult for him. I need to to be low cal, low fat, non-meat and preferably under 100g of carbohydrate per day. The calories and fat matter for the weight loss, the meat thing for the lack of chunks of innards, and the carbs matter for the diabetes. He spent rather a lot of time with his head buried in recipe books until he got into the swing of things ....

Exercise is important if you want the skin to shrink back with you, and the muscles to tone up and add to your size loss. I don't have the world's best knees so I deliberately went for non-weight bearing but it really matters that you enjoy it. Salsa, tango, belly-dance .... (a lot of the girls at work do belly-dancing) - all perfectly valid!

[Wendywu]

Linoelated Parakeets - it's their name.
I guess it might refer to thelined colours on tail feathers that this species has, but who knows.

Here is a picture which well represents three of the colours I have amongst my 6 birds :)

http://www.google.co.uk/imgres?imgurl=http://www.lineolatedparakeet.net/forums/photoplog/images/22/1_P1040342-1024.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.lineolatedparakeet.net/general-linnie/sexing-lineolated-parakeets_145&usg=__cXZ6BkK55Ojz8RAwjdvA0vR3cTc=&h=768&w=1024&sz=54&hl=en&start=0&zoom=1&tbnid=nNu3-qWbC7GECM:&tbnh=138&tbnw=186&ei=Qb58TYfcC4KAhQfdopDyBg&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dlineolated%2Bparakeets%26hl%3Den%26bi w%3D1020%26bih%3D543%26gbv%3D2%26tbs%3Disch:1&itbs=1&iact=hc&vpx=371&vpy=214&dur=1453&hovh=194&hovw=259&tx=155&ty=112&oei=Qb58TYfcC4KAhQfdopDyBg&page=1&ndsp=15&ved=1t:429,r:7,s:0


ARen't they just so sweet!!!

[BlueDragonfly]

Blue... go here...

http://www.worldtimezone.com/datetime.html

PW, going to check out your birdies...

awwwww.... I want one! they are sweet!
Aren't those parakeets just the cutest?

See, on that map at the top it shows us(Eastern time) as -5 GMT, but right now we're only -4 GMT, that's what throws me off, making the DST adjustments. *shakes head*

[Jesii]

Hi Jess, I think it was Stormy who mentioned it a couple of pubs ago... here's the link: (it's a great app, I love it and it's FREE :D)


http://www.softpedia.com/get/Office-tools/Diary-Organizers-Calendar/Lunabar.shtml

go here for sun clock...

http://www.worldtimezone.com/datetime.html

(above is a view on your computer; below is a free app you can d/l)

http://www.mapmaker.com/Sun%20Clock/Sun%20Clock%207.htm
You just made me a very happy girl, thank you!

[BlueDragonfly]

Yes - both of these matter. If I didn't like the food, I'd not be at all happy. But this new way of eating is a change for life for us, so we knew we both had to really enjoy the food because it's important to us both..... And himself had to be OK with cooking it. And he is, which is wonderful. It is incredibly difficult for him. I need to to be low cal, low fat, non-meat and preferably under 100g of carbohydrate per day. The calories and fat matter for the weight loss, the meat thing for the lack of chunks of innards, and the carbs matter for the diabetes. He spent rather a lot of time with his head buried in recipe books until he got into the swing of things ....

Exercise is important if you want the skin to shrink back with you, and the muscles to tone up and add to your size loss. I don't have the world's best knees so I deliberately went for non-weight bearing but it really matters that you enjoy it. Salsa, tango, belly-dance .... (a lot of the girls at work do belly-dancing) - all perfectly valid!
I've really got to start figuring all this out and get off my butt, but throw food budget restrictions into the mix, as well. With the prices of Everything climbing, it's enough to make me head for the nearest bag of cheap potato chips and give up!

[Rhinemaiden]

Wendy, I so admire what you've done. You ARE Wonder Woman! You go, girl!!

-----------------------

PW...I love your birds, how did you get started with raising birds?

I watched a nest high in a palm tree next to my apt balcony... I could see the chicks clearly through binoculars and managed to get some pix as the birds grew... I'm hoping there will be a new nest to watch this year

Oh... speaking of watching things... I saw the space station last night... a friend gave me the time/direction et voila... there it was... winking across the sky for 2 or 3 minutes. I've probably seen it before and thought it was a plane. Neat sight.

[Wendywu]

I've really got to start figuring all this out and get off my butt, but throw food budget restrictions into the mix, as well. With the prices of Everything climbing, it's enough to make me head for the nearest bag of cheap potato chips and give up!


We are on a fixed - and quite limited - income. What we do is buy as much fresh veg as possible, and himself cooks from scratch using basic ingredients, adding spices and herbs. We don't do ready-meals - ever. Too costly. He uses a lot of dried pulses, chickpeas, lentils etc. We don't buy biscuits (cookies), cakes, sweets or desserts. Got to say he cooks some gorgeous food :). Our extravagance is good cheese. That's a must-have :D

We don't buy snacks either - potato chips etc. We always say that we fill up at mealtimes. If you get hungry in between - have an apple....

[Rhinemaiden]

Jess...glad to help! Any time, sweetie...

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Blue... tell me about food prices... with rising fuel prices, food is only going to be MORE expensive. Did you mention potato chips??? My WEAKNESS! My Kryptonite! ;)

[Stormdancer]

Okay, you're 15 hours ahead of me, right now, but when you turn the clocks back on April 3rd, you'll only be 14 hours ahead. Right?

But yesterday,before we sprung ahead an hour, you were 16 hours ahead....see why I get so confused? :laugh:
!! KaBANG !!

Head explodes~~~~~~~~~~~

I need coffee...

[Lutestring]

Pathwalker, I remember seeing in a previous post that you have Gouldian finches, I love them, but I've never seen wild ones, as they don't live around here although they are Australian. What other birds do you have?

Blue, I eat very little processed food, and find that cooking a lot of things from scratch is often cheaper than buying supermarket meals. I pay extra for organic fruit and veg, and sometimes go without stuff because of it, but i also get stuff that's been thrown out that is still usable. The fruit and veg man has a 'chook box' that he chucks the blemished things in, and i get to rummage for anything i want. This week i got five pears and two nectarines, and cut off the brown bits, and stewed them with some half price slightly too ripe plums, delicious :) I'm such a cheapskate, and it leaves more money for decks, of course...

[Rhinemaiden]

We are on a fixed - and quite limited - income. What we do is buy as much fresh veg as possible, and himself cooks from scratch using basic ingredients, adding spices and herbs. We don't do ready-meals - ever. Too costly. He uses a lot of dried pulses, chickpeas, lentils etc. We don't buy biscuits (cookies), cakes, sweets or desserts. Got to say he cooks some gorgeous food :). Our extravagance is good cheese. That's a must-have :D

We don't buy snacks either - potato chips etc. We always say that we fill up at mealtimes. If you get hungry in between - have an apple....

You're really smart... it's healthy eating.... and you're saving LLL (or $$$) on what a friend said "is all sewage in 72 hours"... I brown bag it for lunch every day (and have for ages), generally eat at home at night, and very seldom do take out or eat out... I'd rather spend the $$ on treats like tarot :)

[Lutestring]

We are on a fixed - and quite limited - income. What we do is buy as much fresh veg as possible, and himself cooks from scratch using basic ingredients, adding spices and herbs. We don't do ready-meals - ever. Too costly. He uses a lot of dried pulses, chickpeas, lentils etc. We don't buy biscuits (cookies), cakes, sweets or desserts. Got to say he cooks some gorgeous food :). Our extravagance is good cheese. That's a must-have :D

We don't buy snacks either - potato chips etc. We always say that we fill up at mealtimes. If you get hungry in between - have an apple....

Good cheese, and good sourdough bread for me, and I allow myself a small packet of chips once a year, if that :) I wish I had someone to cook for me sometimes though :)

[Wendywu]

You're really smart... it's healthy eating.... and you're saving LLL (or $$$) on what a friend said "is all sewage in 72 hours"... I brown bag it for lunch every day (and have for ages), generally eat at home at night, and very seldom do take out or eat out... I'd rather spend the $$ on treats like tarot :)


We get takeout once a month. It's my downfall because if we go for Chinese I always, always, always end up eating some meat and feeling terrible. You'd think I'd not bother. It's not sewage in 72 hours. It's sewage in two, three, four, five, six and seven hours ......

[BlueDragonfly]

!! KaBANG !!

Head explodes~~~~~~~~~~~

I need coffee...
ROFL! Sorry honey, here ya go.....

http://sandiegopreviews.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/125/files/2007/08/cup-of-coffee.jpg

[Rhinemaiden]

Good cheese, and good sourdough bread for me, and I allow myself a small packet of chips once a year, if that :) I wish I had someone to cook for me sometimes though :)

I wish I had someone to do CLEAN UP! :D

[Stormdancer]

Oh yeah - big celebration -

:party::royal: I HAVE LOST 4st NOW :royal::party:

:party:
:party::party:
:party::party::party:
:party::party::party::party:

[Wendywu]

I love those smiley pyramids :D

[Stormdancer]

Here is a picture which well represents three of the colours I have amongst my 6 birds :)

http://www.google.co.uk/imgres?imgurl=http://www.lineolatedparakeet.net/forums/photoplog/images/22/1_P1040342-1024.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.lineolatedparakeet.net/general-linnie/sexing-lineolated-parakeets_145&usg=__cXZ6BkK55Ojz8RAwjdvA0vR3cTc=&h=768&w=1024&sz=54&hl=en&start=0&zoom=1&tbnid=nNu3-qWbC7GECM:&tbnh=138&tbnw=186&ei=Qb58TYfcC4KAhQfdopDyBg&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dlineolated%2Bparakeets%26hl%3Den%26bi w%3D1020%26bih%3D543%26gbv%3D2%26tbs%3Disch:1&itbs=1&iact=hc&vpx=371&vpy=214&dur=1453&hovh=194&hovw=259&tx=155&ty=112&oei=Qb58TYfcC4KAhQfdopDyBg&page=1&ndsp=15&ved=1t:429,r:7,s:0They are SO pretty!! I think I like the lemony one on the left!

[Stormdancer]

I love those smiley pyramids :DYou can thank Onepotato for those...I just copied :)

[Wendywu]

OK - gotta go and row. Back later :)

[Lutestring]

bye Wendy, hello Stormy :)

[PathWalker]

Quick run in to computer whilst OH puts up bird boxes in summer aviary and next lot of laundry goes through :0

I have 6 Lineolated, possibly 3 of each, but not sure yet.

8 Gouldians - this is my first year with them, not sure how it will go, and they are staying inside the birdroom (glorified shed)

9 Hecks Grass Finches - can't tell sex, they'll go outside in summer aviary to colony breed.

6 African Silverbills - same as Hecks, can't sex them, outside with the Hecks to colony breed (hopefully)

8 Zebra Finches, in two particular colourways - hope they'll breed outside.

£ (! :( ) Golden Song Sparrow - lost a cock bird a few weeks ago - am going to find out whether they'll breed one cock and two hens, might work. They have an aviairy to themselves as they're not friendly to my other species.

4 Benagalese Finches (Society Finches) - these are kept mainly to act as foster parents to Gouldian or other chicks that may need rearing if the parents ignore them.

As for how - I think I had a budgie in a cage, then Zebras, and it just grew as I had space and money to buy a shed and wire panels and so forth. Less mess than chickens! I love all kinds of wildlife, and could homelots more things is space and money weren't issues - lucky OH has a thing for donkeys, so he understands :)
But it's just birds and rescue dogs for us here.

I could go on about birds for ages, sorry :) Ask Jes!

[BlueDragonfly]

OK - gotta go and row. Back later :)
Have fun!

[Stormdancer]

I could go on about birds for ages, sorry :) Ask Jes!
YAY!!!...off to google for picts...

[Stormdancer]

bye Wendy, hello Stormy :)OH...Hellooooo~~~:)

[cardlady22]

*blink blink blink*

Hello! I woke up on the Cold side of the bed- literally. Forgot to flip the AC to heat and DH had all the covers. :bugeyed:

[Stormdancer]

SO...the main clock in my living room is a disconnected VCR, but I can't change the time it displays since it's not hooked up to the TV. I suppose I should just un plug it and get a small digital clock **sigh** It's been a rough morning so far...LOL :D

[Lutestring]

That's an amazing number of interesting birds, Pathwalker. I haven't heard of some of them, but Zebra finches are really cute. Off to follow Stormy and google pics.

[Stormdancer]

*blink blink blink*

Hello! I woke up on the Cold side of the bed- literally. Forgot to flip the AC to heat and DH had all the covers. :bugeyed:
(((~~~WARM HUGZ~~~)))

[cardlady22]

*snuggles down*

Mmmmmmmmm. That feels good! :royal:

[Shalyn]

I overslept. >.< I wanted to get up earlier, and almost did, but I blinked and woke up later.

I hate DaylightSavingsTime.

[Shalyn]

Congrats on losing 4st, Wendy. That's great! I got a lecture from my boss about needing to lose weight. And my co-worker. Well, the co-worker was more of a helping hand - she had gastric bypass surgery, and is feeling so much better, she wants everyone to feel that good.

And Path, love the birds. I like birds, but I'll never have one because hubby thinks they're too noisy.

[Rhinemaiden]

PW... you keep talking about your birds... I love hearing about them...and love taking pix of birds in the wild...

[Rhinemaiden]

shalyn... how are you liking the housewives tarot? (you got that on the last train, right?)

[Stormdancer]

I hate DaylightSavingsTime.DITTO!!!

G'Morning sleepyhead ~~~

[PathWalker]

And Path, love the birds. I like birds, but I'll never have one because hubby thinks they're too noisy.
All of these ones are outside, so not so bad. Lineolated aren't noisy for example.

I dream of having a parrot-type bird as a companion one day - like Yira does, but they are expensive to get, and you have to have the time to give them, so it's dogs instead for now :)

[Stormdancer]

I thought the Hecks Grass Finches were cute, with their little red beaks :)

Sorry about the song sparrow :(

Do the finches all sound pretty much the same, or does each breed have a unique voice?

[Jesii]

Just got back from getting books from library for essay (which is tuesday job) so feeling good <angelic smile>

How is everyone> Wendy went off to row right? So hello to Stormy, Shalyn and cardlady22 :)

[Stormdancer]

So hello to Stormy, Shalyn and cardlady22 :)Sounds like you're getting a LOT accomplished :thumbsup:

[Jesii]

Sounds like you're getting a LOT accomplished :thumbsup:
I'm doing okay, just glad I'm getting next weeks stuff done :)

[cardlady22]

I'm plotting a small GiveAway. })

[Stormdancer]

I'm plotting a small GiveAway. }):bugeyed:

***starts following Cardlady***

[cardlady22]

I have found the Ultimate Cookie Jar (http://0.tqn.com/d/collectibles/1/7/A/K/3/evilqueen150.jpg)! :royal: })

Please . . . take one (http://www.pixelfarmer.com/photo/galleries/family/2003july/images/evil_little_cookies_02.jpg)!

[Lutestring]

I'm going to sleep, goodnight :)

[Rhinemaiden]

starts following stormy who is following cardlady...

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said while licking frosting off cookie... "is that jar for real? it's GREAT!"

[cardlady22]

starts following stormy who is following cardlady...*claps hands gleefully*
Something like this (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/26/Simpleton_takes_The_Golden_Goose_to_the_inn_-_Project_Gutenberg_eText_15661.jpg) . . .

[Lutestring]

starts sleepwalking...

[Stormdancer]

starts sleepwalking...ROTFLMAO....Sweet dreams :*

[Jesii]

starts following stormy who is following cardlady...
Um... drops books and disappears along with them.... (which makes me the girl on the end with the long hair LOL)

[Rhinemaiden]

that's us... the human train! :D

[Rhinemaiden]

Um... drops books and disappears along with them.... (which makes me the girl on the end with the long hair LOL)

Hey Jess... look what's showing on my cable telly starting in 15 minutes:

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0027260/

[Jesii]

Hey Jess... look what's showing on my cable telly starting in 15 minutes:

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0027260/
Wow! Are you gonna watch? I would!!!

[Stormdancer]

*claps hands gleefully*
Something like this (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/26/Simpleton_takes_The_Golden_Goose_to_the_inn_-_Project_Gutenberg_eText_15661.jpg) . . .Oh, that's perfect, but we need a cart for Lute :D

[PathWalker]

I thought the Hecks Grass Finches were cute, with their little red beaks :)

Sorry about the song sparrow :(

Do the finches all sound pretty much the same, or does each breed have a unique voice?
Each type has it's own sound, and sometimes males and females sound differnt, or they have different songs at different times of the year :)

[Rhinemaiden]

Wow! Are you gonna watch? I would!!!

Watch AND record... it's on Turner Classic Movies... NO commercials :D :D :D

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just saw the local weather... it's officially spring... we have an EXACT 12 hrs of day/night...:) sun rises/sets 6:28 PM

[Stormdancer]

Each type has it's own sound, and sometimes males and females sound differnt, or they have different songs at different times of the year :)I was afraid that was gonna be a complicated question...LOL.

[Jesii]

Watch AND record... it's on Turner Classic Movies... NO commercials :D :D :D
Yay! No commercials is blissful, wish we had more of that over here!

[Rhinemaiden]

Yay! No commercials is blissful, wish we had more of that over here!

Toodles ladies... off to watch the movie! :D

[Jesii]

Toodles ladies... off to watch the movie! :D
Enjoy!!

[Jesii]

My friend will be here in two hours... any ideas how to kill 2 hours? LOL

[Shalyn]

shalyn... how are you liking the housewives tarot? (you got that on the last train, right?)

Haven't used it yet, but I have looked through it and it is just SO COOL

Need to make a bag for it!

[Shalyn]

:bugeyed:

***starts following Cardlady***

*Gets in line*

[Shalyn]

My friend will be here in two hours... any ideas how to kill 2 hours? LOL

Stay HERE!

Or, read. That's what I do! LOL

[Stormdancer]

*Gets in line*I think we're lost!! :eek: I can't find Cardlady...

[Jesii]

Stay HERE!

Or, read. That's what I do! LOL
I'm doing both :laugh:

[The crowned one]

this is the end (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NoBFhdeR9PE)


until the new beginning :)